Substation Project Engineer
About The Position
This is a journey-level project engineer position responsible for leading the engineering and design of complex projects. The engineer applies engineering principles independently, with minimal supervision, and works with engineers, project managers, construction personnel, and other business partners to assess project needs. The role includes developing technical studies and reports and providing guidance to contractors and outside vendors. The position is represented by Engineers & Scientists of California (ESC) and is subject to collective bargaining. The position is hybrid, working from a remote office and an assigned work location based on business need. The assigned work location will be within the PG&E Service Territory. The annual salary range is $120,888 to $183,840, with actual pay based on factors including skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, collective bargaining agreements, and internal equity.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited curriculum in the US, or equivalent education from outside the US.
- At least 3 years of cumulative experience in electrical (power systems) engineering and design.
- Ability to work with limited supervision and guidance to meet project commitments.
- Ability to coordinate with project teams and understand the roles and responsibilities of project managers.
- Ability to work with internal and external customers and suppliers.
- Ability to understand and implement technical requirements of interfacing engineering disciplines.
- Informed judgment in making decisions and recommendations.
- Ability to manage and complete several projects concurrently, depending on scope and complexity.
- Ability to interpret applicable codes, industry standards, and regulations.
- Ability to provide thorough analysis of issues and justification of recommendations.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in substation engineering and design.
- Experience in project management.
- California PE license.
Responsibilities
- Present findings to internal organizations, contractors, and outside vendors.
- Provide technical expertise; perform engineering analyses and studies; and develop conceptual designs.
- Assist in root cause analysis.
- Develop, evaluate, and recommend alternative project proposals.
- Conduct walkdowns and design review meetings.
- Participate in developing effective restoration plans.
- Prepare written technical documents, including design criteria, specifications, and reports.
- Solicit, prepare, and evaluate contracts and proposals from engineering consultants.
- Review consultant contracts for technical compliance.
- Interpret and apply applicable codes, industry standards, and regulations, and educate others.
- Provide guidance to design and contractor team members and review design and technical documents.
- Approve reports, new drawings, and revisions to existing project drawings.
- Respond promptly to facility failures in emergencies.
- Represent PG&E to government bodies as required for assigned projects.
- Independently plan work under general direction to meet assigned objectives and complete several projects concurrently as scope and complexity permit.
- Coordinate with project teams, internal and external customers, suppliers, contractors, and vendors.
- Apply judgment to engineering principles and techniques to recommend cost-effective, practical solutions.
- Analyze issues thoroughly, justify recommendations, and take ownership of problems and solutions.
- Understand and implement technical requirements across interfacing engineering disciplines.
- May guide less experienced team members and partner with others to solve problems or explore alternative solutions.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
