Substation Studies Engineer

Jacobs; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Hybrid work model

Paid holidays

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Substation Studies Engineer to perform power system analyses for planning, design, operation and expansion of transmission and distribution substations. You will develop models, conduct studies and provide recommendations to ensure reliable operation.

Required: BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, 4+ years in power system studies, ETAP/SKM/PSCAD, and knowledge of IEC/IEEE/CIGRE standards; willingness to travel within North America.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering.
• Minimum 4 years of direct experience with power system studies.
• Experience with ETAP, SKM and PSCAD or equivalents.
• Knowledge of IEC, IEEE and CIGRE standards.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities with results focus.
• Team player with good interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform power system studies including load flow, short-circuit, insulation coordination, TOV, arc flash, grounding and protection coordination analyses.
• Develop and review power system models to support planning, design, operation and expansion of substations.
• Review equipment ratings, specifications and technical requirements for projects.
• Prepare technical reports and present study results to stakeholders.
• Support studies projects throughout lifecycle from proposal to close-out.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Team player

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM

PSCAD

Python

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

The Substation Studies Engineer is responsible for performing power system analyses to support the planning, design, operation, and expansion of transmission and distribution substations. As a substation studies engineer, you will develop and validate system models, performs technical studies, evaluates equipment performance, and provides recommendations to ensure reliable and compliant operation of the power system and substation design.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform power system studies including, but not limited to, load flow, short-circuit, insulation coordination (including switching and lightning, GIS Transient overvoltage analyses), temporary overvoltage (TOV), arc flash, grounding, and protection coordination studies.
• Develop and review power system models and conduct analyses to support the planning, design, operation, and expansion of transmission and distribution substations.
• Support substation design and engineering projects by establishing, reviewing, and validating equipment ratings, specifications, and technical requirements.
• Prepare technical reports and present study results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support system studies project(s) throughout the whole lifecycle (i.e. from the technical bid/proposal to execution, reports, client meetings/presentations, to close-out).
• Work closely with the team members across North America and globally. #epjobs #naepjobs

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, from a recognized institution.
• Minimum 4 years of direct experience with power system studies.
• Experience with power system studies using ETAP, SKM and PSCAD or other equivalents.
• Knowledge of applicable industry standards such as IEC, IEEE and CIGRE.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical capabilities with a focus on achieving results.
• Team player with great interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel within North America.

Ideally, You’ll Also Have

• Knowledge of programming languages to streamline studies using Python.
• Professional Engineer (PE or PEng) License or eligibility to obtain.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $110,600.00 to $145,200.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on July 20, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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