Substation Project Manager

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc.

. Complete project initiation documents, including detailed work scope, budget, and schedule .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timePasadena • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $140,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in substation design and project management, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and effective resource utilization. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail support successful project execution and client collaboration.

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Substation DesignProject ManagementElectrical EngineeringMicrosoft Office SuiteProfessional Engineer's License

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Hard Skills

Project Initiation DocumentsEngineering Design OversightBudget MonitoringSchedule CoordinationTechnical Issue ResolutionQuality ReviewsCost ControlsResource UtilizationUtility Stakeholder UnderstandingConstruction Standards Compliance

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAttention to DetailWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer's License

Industry Keywords

Utility EngineeringConsulting EngineeringSouthern California Edison StandardsProject Scope DefinitionClient Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Complete project initiation documents, including detailed work scope, budget, and schedule
Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate detailed phases of engineering and design work
Design, provide quality reviews, and provide technical oversight for engineering deliverables
Develop and specify equipment and assemble project documents and requirements
Ensure designs comply with company, local, state, and national codes and standards
Assist the project team in defining and clarifying project scope and required level of detail
Maintain current project status reporting systems with project actions and changes
Monitor budgets and schedules and assign project resources
Communicate and collaborate with client project managers and project engineers
Collaborate with and mentor the design team and work with other departments
Assist in controlling project expenditures and schedule performance
Make recommendations for potential scope changes
Maximize project profitability through budgeting, resource utilization, and cost controls
Identify, document, and resolve changes affecting schedule and budget performance
Coordinate design or construction activities and technical information flow with project teams and clients
Track and resolve action items and information requests
Assist with technical issue resolution
Support development and implementation of client project engineering and management tools, standards, and processes
Develop an understanding of numerous utility stakeholder departments
Lead assigned project teams and ensure project goals, objectives, business processes, and procedures are followed
Support team development and performance
Manage substation physical, protection, and control design deliverables

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET approved college or university
Minimum 8 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
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 Southern California Edison strongly desired
Local candidates only
Ability to undergo background checks, drug testing, and/or fit-for-duty physical examination after accepting an offer

Benefits

Comp & perks

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