Substation Electrical Project Engineer

MISSION BOX SOLUTIONS INC; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Paid time off and holidays

Full benefits coverage

Job summary

MISSION BOX SOLUTIONS INC is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in Substation Design to lead projects up to 765 kV. Located in Walnut Creek, CA, this full-time role involves significant responsibilities including driving the technical design process and mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and have over 5 years' experience in high-voltage substation design. Comprehensive benefits include a competitive salary of $120,000 – $210,000, medical benefits, and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in high-voltage substation design (69 kV and above) for a U.S. power utility.
• Experience as Project Lead or Technical Specialist.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support substation projects including layouts and schematics.
• Perform QA/QC reviews of design packages.
• Mentor junior engineers and oversee technical deliverables.
• Prepare engineering budgets and procurement documents.

Skills

High-voltage substation design

Project management

QA/QC processes

Client coordination

Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Office

Job description

Electrical Engineer – Substation Design

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer – Substation Design to join a leading engineering team in the energy and utilities sector. This full‑time position offers the opportunity to lead and support substation projects up to 765 kV, encompassing both physical and protection & control (P&C) design elements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support substation projects (69 kV–765 kV), including layouts, schematics, and detailed design.
• Develop drawings, wiring diagrams, grounding systems, relay panel layouts, and auxiliary power systems.
• Perform QA/QC reviews of design packages, ensuring adherence to technical standards and project requirements.
• Mentor junior engineers and oversee technical deliverables.
• Coordinate with clients, internal teams, and vendors to ensure quality and timely delivery.
• Prepare engineering budgets, schedules, construction specifications, and procurement documents.
• Support business development, proposal preparation, and client presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (required).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in high‑voltage substation design (69 kV and above) for a U.S. power utility.
• Project Lead or Technical Specialist experience.
• Strong background in QA/QC and client coordination.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $120,000 – $210,000 per year (commensurate with experience and location)
• Full benefits coverage: medical, dental, vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Relocation assistance available for ideal candidates

Employment Details

• Locations: Tualatin, OR; Walnut Creek, CA; Denver, CO; Overland Park, KS
• Schedule: Full-time (on-site)
• Travel: None required
• Perks: Join a respected engineering leader known for technical excellence and complex utility projects.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have prior experience working for an established engineering consulting firm such as Burns & McDonnell, TRC, Ulteig, or HDR, with demonstrated expertise in high‑voltage substation design and project delivery.