Substation Project Engineer

K&A Engineering Consulting; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K with Company Match

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible PTO

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm is seeking a Substation Project Engineer to join its team. This role involves developing engineering designs for high-voltage substations and managing project schedules and budgets. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 3–7+ years of experience in substation design. The position offers a competitive salary range of $105,000-115,000/year and a hybrid work environment. Join a people-first culture that values innovation and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3-7+ years of experience in power delivery or high-voltage substation design.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and industry standards.
• Preferred: PE License.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review engineering designs for medium to high-voltage substations.
• Sign off on drawings, specifications, and equipment layouts.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.

Skills

Protection & control systems

Substation physical design

Project coordination

Strong organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field

Tools

ETAP

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Substation Project Engineer

Location: Sacramento, Oakland, or Fresno

Department: Substation

Work Type: hybrid

K&A Engineering Consulting – is a privately held company, providing comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program/project management, construction management, and support services to power utility and industrial clients. Specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, distributed energy resources, and EPC services, we excel in solving complex challenges with precision-driven solutions. We pride ourselves on employing top talent, fostering a culture of excellence, and building meaningful relationships with clients and employees. Powered By Innovation, Passion, And Purpose. Start Your K&A Career

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Substation Project Engineer to join our team at K&A Engineering in Sacramento, Oakland, or Fresno. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You’ll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

Role Expectations

• Develop and review detailed engineering designs for medium to high-voltage substations
• Prepare and approve drawings, specifications, equipment layouts, single-line diagrams, and protection/control schematics.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and utility requirements (e.g., NESC, IEEE, NEC, NERC).
• Oversee all engineering activities for substation projects from initiation to energization.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, engineering deliverables, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate design reviews, QA/QC checks, and interdisciplinary collaboration (civil, structural, protection, SCADA, etc.).
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for clients, contractors, and utility representatives.
• Facilitate project meetings, progress reporting, and design clarification sessions.
• Ensure smooth communication across all engineering and construction disciplines.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 3–7+ years of experience in power delivery or high-voltage substation design.
• Strong understanding of protection & control systems, substation physical design, and equipment specifications.
• Experience with power system analysis tools (ETAP, SKM, ASPEN, etc.).
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or other design tools.
• Experience working with utilities, EPC firms, or large infrastructure projects.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and industry standards.
• Strong organizational, communication, and project-coordination skills.
• Preferred: PE License

Pay Range $105,000-115,000/year

Why Join K&A?

• People-First Culture: We put our people at the center of everything we do, creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.
• Innovation & Learning: We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands-on experience.
• Collaborative Team Environment: We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.
• Recognition & Growth: We’ve earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast-growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees, including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
• 401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance
• Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to technical ability, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.