Substation Design Engineer

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc.

. Lead substation protection and control and/or physical design .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timePasadena • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $140,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in substation protection and control design, including proficiency in AutoCAD and MicroStation. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential for ensuring compliance with industry standards and effective project coordination.

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Substation DesignAutoCADMicroStationElectrical EngineeringQA/QC Reviews

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Hard Skills

Load CalculationsConduit SizingBus SizingLighting AnalysisGrounding Grid AnalysisComputer-Assisted DesignSpecifications PreparationEstimates PreparationField SupportDesign Compliance

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAttention to DetailWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteExcelWordOutlook

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer’s License

Industry Keywords

Electric UtilitiesCalifornia StandardsConsulting EngineeringUtility Engineering

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead substation protection and control and/or physical design
Prepare field notes, drawings, specifications, and estimates
Perform QA/QC reviews of junior engineers’ submissions
Prepare complex computer-assisted design and construction drawings
Perform AC and DC load calculations for auxiliary systems
Perform conduit and bus sizing, lighting and lightning analysis, and grounding grid analysis
Ensure designs conform to client and industry standards
Coordinate project activities with the project manager, client, and other stakeholders
Track and update design activities using client and/or company information systems
Attend job site meetings to gather scope of work
Provide field support during construction as needed
Report directly to the Substation Design Manager
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET approved college or university
10+ years of experience working in substation design or similar with utility or consulting engineering firm
Proficient using Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail
Experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Professional Engineer’s License in Electrical Engineering preferred but not required
Experience with substation design and construction standards for electric utilities in California is highly desirable
Local candidates only

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off