Substation Engineer

TEKsystems•San Diego, CA

4d•$135,000 - $160,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Substation Engineer will serve as a high-voltage substation subject matter expert and technical leader for utility-scale renewable energy projects across the United States and Canada. The role influences engineering decisions, helps reduce project risk, and provides technical authority for complex transmission and substation projects. The engineer reviews engineering packages prepared by EPC contractors, engineering consultants, and external partners; provides guidance on substation physical design, protection and control systems, single-line diagrams, calculations, drawings, equipment specifications, and power system studies; and verifies compliance with utility requirements, standards, codes, and project specifications. The position also supports utility interconnection and transmission engineering, reviews procurement documents and vendor submittals for major equipment, collaborates with multidisciplinary project teams, mentors junior engineers, and contributes to engineering standards and continuous improvement. This is a permanent, full-time hybrid position based in San Diego, California, with three days per week in the office. The stated annual pay range is $135,000 to $160,000. Individual compensation depends on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other job-related factors.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
At least 7 years of high-voltage substation engineering experience.
Strong experience with transmission-class voltages such as 115 kV or 230 kV.
Deep understanding of substation physical design, protection and control engineering, high-voltage equipment, transmission systems and associated equipment, electrical studies and system analysis, utility requirements, engineering standards, and applicable codes.
Experience reviewing and approving complex engineering deliverables.
Experience working with utilities, EPC contractors, engineering consultancies, or large infrastructure developers.
Ability to independently solve complex technical challenges and communicate recommendations to diverse stakeholders.
Strong organizational, documentation, and project prioritization skills.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Utility-scale renewable energy experience in solar, wind, or energy storage.
Experience supporting utility interconnection applications and studies.
Familiarity with CAISO or other regional transmission organization requirements.
Experience using ETAP, ASPEN, or PSCAD.
Transmission line engineering experience.
Previous mentoring or technical leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership for utility-scale renewable energy projects throughout the United States and Canada.
Review and evaluate engineering packages developed by EPC contractors, engineering consultants, and external partners.
Provide technical guidance on physical substation design, protection and control systems, single-line diagrams, engineering calculations and drawings, equipment specifications, and power system studies.
Ensure designs comply with utility requirements, industry standards, applicable codes, and project specifications.
Identify technical risks, design deficiencies, and opportunities for improvement before they affect project execution.
Support utility interconnection efforts and transmission-related engineering activities.
Review procurement packages and vendor submittals for major electrical equipment, including transformers and high-voltage breakers.
Collaborate with civil, structural, electrical, construction, operations, and project management teams.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes and standards.
Participate in technical reviews, industry events, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.