Substation Design Engineer

K&A Engineering•Pleasanton, CA

7h•$105,000 - $115,000•Hybrid

About The Position

K&A Engineering Consulting is a privately held company, providing comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program/project management, construction management, and support services to power utility and industrial clients. Specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, distributed energy resources, and EPC services, we excel in solving complex challenges with precision-driven solutions. We pride ourselves on employing top talent, fostering a culture of excellence, and building meaningful relationships with clients and employees. Start your K&A Career: We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Substation Design Engineer to join our team at K&A Engineering in Sacramento, Oakland, or Fresno. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. Youll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
25+ years of experience in substation engineering within a T&D utility or consulting environment.
Strong understanding of utility protection & control concepts, system reliability, and grid operations.
Familiarity with SCADA integration, relay protection, and communications systems.
Proficiency with CAD platforms (AutoCAD, MicroStation) and utility engineering tools (ETAP, SKM, CYME, CDEGS preferred).
Working knowledge of industry standards and utility design practices.

Nice To Haves

PE License

Responsibilities

Develop complete engineering design packages for utility substations
Produce detailed drawings, including: One-line and three-line diagrams General arrangement and elevation drawings Bus configurations (ring bus, breaker - and - a - half, etc.) Conduit, cable, and trench routing plans Grounding, lightning protection, and fencing layouts Equipment foundations, support structures, and raceway details
Perform engineering calculations including grounding grid analysis, short circuit, bus ampacity, and conductor sizing.
Prepare and review specifications for power transformers, breakers, switches, structures, relays, batteries, and auxiliary systems.
Work closely with system planning to interpret load forecasts, system studies, and N-1/N-2 contingency requirements.
Coordinate with protection & control engineers to integrate relaying and SCADA schemes.
Collaborate with civil, structural, and telecom teams to deliver cohesive design packages.
Provide technical support through construction, energization, and operation.
Conduct site visits for condition assessments, constructability reviews, and commissioning support.