E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc

Senior Substation Engineer

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc$140K — $170K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required.
  • 10+ years of substation design experience in utility or consulting engineering.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail skills.
  • Basic communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

  • Perform substation physical design, including drawings and specifications.
  • Conduct quality self-checks before submitting work for review.
  • Prepare complex computer-assisted design and construction drawings.
  • Execute engineering calculations, including conduit and bus sizing.
  • Ensure compliance with client and industry design standards.
  • Coordinate project activities with lead engineer or project manager.
  • Use information systems to track and update design activities.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with employer match.
  • Generous paid time off.
Full Job Description
Overview

E2 is looking for a Senior Substation Engineer to join our team in our Pasadena office to support one of the largest electric utility clients.  The candidate will be responsible for the design of deliverables including general arrangement drawings, electrical equipment plan & elevation drawings, above & below grade conduit & grounding drawings, relay house layout and complete bill of materials.  The position will work under the direction of a Lead Engineer and will report directly to the Substation Engineering Manager or Lead Engineer.

Responsibilities
  • Perform substation physical design activities including drawings, specifications, and bill of materials.
  • Perform careful self-checking activities to ensure the quality of work before it is presented to Lead Engineer for review.
  • Prepare computer assisted design and construction drawings of a complex nature with neatness and a minimum of errors.
  • Perform engineering calculations such as conduit and bus sizing, lighting & lightning analysis, and grounding grid analysis.
  • Ensure all designs conform to our client’s and industry standards.
  • Communicate and coordinate project activities with lead engineer and/or project manager.
  • Utilize client and/or company information system to track and update design activities.
  • Participate/lead job site meetings to gather scope of work.
  • Participate/lead in answering Request for Information (RFI) during project construction.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
  • 10+ years of experience working in substation design or similar with utility or consulting engineering firm.
  • Proficient using Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Excel, Word, and Outlook).
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
  • Basic written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Professional Engineer Certification preferred but not required.
  • Experience with substation design and construction standards for Southern California Edison.
  • Experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
Benefits

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off.

Wage Data Per State Requirements

Salary range for this position is $140,000 - $170,000.  The starting salary will be commensurate with skill, education, experience, and working environment.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment and uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.

 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Ability to sit/stand for up to 8 hours per day.
  • Ability to move freely for up to 8 hours per day.
Local Candidates onlyYes Solicitation

Please no solicitation of any kind from agencies, staffing, or recruiting firms.

About E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. provides environmental, engineering, regulatory and management consulting services to the energy industry. The company offers services in the areas of air quality, cultural resources, ecological resources, environmental compliance and permitting, environmental management systems, geospatial services, health and safety, land and natural resources, litigation support, regulatory strategy and support, risk assessment and management, and water resources. E2 Consulting Engineers serves clients in the United States and internationally.
Learn more about E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc
Size
500 employees
Industry
Founded
1988
Revenue
$100 million

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