Electrical Engineer

Electrical Project Engineer - Substation - Walnut Creek, California The Opportunity

• Lead or support substation projects up to 765 kV, serving as a technical specialist or project lead.
• Produce protection & control designs (relays, one-lines, schematics, wiring) and physical layouts (yard plans, grounding, lightning protection, AC/DC systems).
• Review and ensure quality of electrical design packages.
• Mentor junior engineers and support team development.
• Prepare equipment specs and BOMs for procurement and construction.
• Coordinate with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Travel as needed for design reviews, field verification, and coordination.
• Manage design budgets, schedules, and project deliverables.

• Apply and guide others on standards, engineering codes, and company policies.
• Deliver high-quality engineering work, calculations, and design packages across multiple projects.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and quality while delegating tasks and reviewing team output.
• Lead production efforts, coordinate multiple disciplines, and serve as responsible engineer when required.
• Collaborate across teams and disciplines on moderately complex projects.
• Identify and communicate key client drivers; support business development activities.
• Serve as a technical expert, solving complex engineering challenges and advising project teams.
• Mentor junior staff, support performance management, and contribute to professional development.

• High-voltage (HV) substation design experience – Physical and/or Protection & Controls
• Project lead and technical specialist experience supporting utility substation clients
• QA/QC review experience
• Strong communication and coordination experience with multidisciplinary teams and clients
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Proficiency with Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited program
• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience
• Ability to complete pre-employment onboarding including background checks, drug screening, and motor-vehicle checks
• Comprehensive health benefits: medical, dental, vision, disability, and wellness program.
• Work–life balance support: flexible schedules, paid vacation/holidays, sick time, and dependent sick leave.
• Additional perks: company-matched 401(k), adoption assistance, vendor discounts, referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-tax accounts, voluntary legal plan, and access to a credit union.
• Inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and fosters innovative, effective client solutions.
• Fully compliant with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations—no discrimination based on protected characteristics.

This is a truly exciting opportunity to work on some of the most exciting and state-of-the-art projects across the US. The role offers great opportunities for career growth and the chance to work closely with industry experts. It is a demanding and rewarding role, and your chance to work with one of the largest Power design firms in the US!