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Substation Design Engineer/ Substation Design Manager/ Substation Engineer

Tap Growth ai
Pleasanton, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/6/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/5/2025
🌟 We're Hiring: Substation Design Manager (Hybrid)! 🌟

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Substation Design Manager to lead our design team in the development of electrical substations. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge, leadership skills, and a proven track record in substation design projects.

📍 Location: Pleasanton, CA

⏰ Work Mode: Flexible office & remote (must be able to work remotely from

Northern California, with travels to Pleasanton, Bay Area and Fresno)

💼 Role: Substation Design Manager

Duration: Direct/permanent hire

What You'll Do

Manage and oversee consultants' work to ensure compliance with

technical standards and approved project requirements

 Prepare technical scopes, cost estimates, and perform engineering

calculations and studies

 Generate detailed written and oral reports on technical findings and

engineering recommendations

 Participate in estimating and economic analysis for projects

 Coordinate and communicate effectively with internal design staff and

external design consultants

 Review design packages and manufacturer drawings to ensure

accuracy and consistency

 Perform conceptual and detailed physical/electrical substation design,

including layout, one-lines, grounding, AC/DC systems, and more

 Develop substation construction drawing packages and bills of materials

 Create relay one-line diagrams, control schematics, wiring diagrams,

and other detailed substation drawings

 Conduct conduit fill and rigid bus calculations, cable design, and

grounding layout

 Ensure all engineering practices meet applicable safety regulations

and proactively contribute to a safe work environment.

What We’re Looking For

 Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Technology from an ABET-accredited program

Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in substation design and

engineering for electric utilities

 Familiarity with IEEE Standards as they relate to substations

 Hands-on experience with Greenfield and Brownfield projects

 Experience with power analysis tools such as SKM, ETAP, or

EasyPower is a plus

 Demonstrated expertise in substation design elements including

layout, cable trays, grounding, conduit systems, and control

schematics

 Experience Working With Large Utility Clients Preferred

 Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

 Must reside in Northern California and be available to travel to local

project sites as required

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

 Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

 FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account

 401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)

 Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)

 Paid Parental Leave

 Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO

 Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet

Insurance

 Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance

 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Ready to make an impact? 🚀 Apply now and let’s grow together!

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