Substation Design Manager; Hybrid

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Substation Design Manager for a direct placement opportunity with a leading engineering consulting firm serving the power utility and industrial sectors. This firm delivers comprehensive solutions in substation, transmission, distribution, distributed energy resources (DER), and EPC services. You’ll be part of a people-focused, innovative team working on impactful infrastructure projects across California.

• Manage and oversee consultants’ work to ensure compliance with technical standards and approved project requirements
• Prepare technical scopes, cost estimates, and perform engineering calculations and studies
• Generate detailed written and oral reports on technical findings and engineering recommendations
• Participate in estimating and economic analysis for projects
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with internal design staff and external design consultants
• Review design packages and manufacturer drawings to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Perform conceptual and detailed physical/electrical substation design, including layout, one-lines, grounding, AC/DC systems, and more
• Develop substation construction drawing packages and bills of materials
• Create relay one-line diagrams, control schematics, wiring diagrams, and other detailed substation drawings
• Conduct conduit fill and rigid bus calculations, cable design, and grounding layout
• Ensure all engineering practices meet applicable safety regulations and proactively contribute to a safe work environment

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in substation design and engineering for electric utilities
• Familiarity with IEEE Standards as they relate to substations
• Hands‑on experience with Greenfield and Brownfield projects
• Experience with power analysis tools such as SKM, ETAP, or Easy Power is a plus
• Demonstrated expertise in substation design elements including layout, cable trays, grounding, conduit systems, and control schematics
• Experience working with large utility clients preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, and Power Point
• Must reside in Northern California and be available to travel to local project sites as required

• 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
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Salary Range: $135,000-$165,000 annually, depending on experience

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Substation Design Manager
• Pleasanton, CA, United States