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Electric Substation Engineer

Info Way Solutions LLC

Fresno, Sacramento and Oakland, SC

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
AutoCAD, Bentley MicroStation, Circuit Breakers, Commissioning, Construction, Construction Support, Control Systems, Cross-Functional, Datasheets, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Substation, Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC/EPCC/EPCM), Equipment Selection, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Analysis), High Voltage (HV), IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers), International Electro-Technical Commission (IEC), Maintain Compliance, Medium Voltage (MV), Project Execution, Project Lifecycle, Project/Program Coordination, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Risk Analysis, Safety Standards, Schematics, Statutory Laws, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Testing
LOCATION
Fresno, Sacramento and Oakland, SC
POSTED
30+ days ago
JOB_DESCRIPTION
Electrical Substation Engineer
Location : Fresno, Sacramento and Oakland
Role Summary
An Electrical Substation Engineer will be responsible for the engineering, design, review, and execution of high-voltage and medium-voltage substation projects. The role requires strong technical expertise in substation design, coordination with multidisciplinary teams, and support during construction, testing, and commissioning phases.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering & Design
  • Develop and review detailed engineering designs for HV/EHV substations (AIS/GIS).
  • Prepare single line diagrams, layout drawings, GA drawings, control & relay schematics.
  • Perform equipment sizing and selection for transformers, circuit breakers, isolators, CTs, PTs, surge arresters, bus bars, and associated equipment.
  • Carry out grounding/earthing system design and calculations.
  • Review protection schemes and relay coordination studies.
Technical Documentation
  • Prepare technical specifications, BOQs, datasheets, and tender documents.
  • Review vendor drawings, documents, and technical submissions for compliance.
  • Ensure adherence to IEC / IEEE / IS / utility standards and project requirements.
Project Execution & Coordination
  • Coordinate with civil, protection, SCADA, and transmission line teams.
  • Provide engineering support during procurement, construction, erection, testing, and commissioning.
  • Attend design reviews, technical meetings, and client discussions.
  • Address site technical queries and resolve design-related issues.
Quality, Safety & Compliance
  • Ensure designs comply with statutory regulations, safety standards, and QA/QC requirements.
  • Support FAT, SAT, pre-commissioning, and commissioning activities.
  • Assist in risk assessments and HAZOP/HAZID studies as required.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (mandatory).
  • 8–10 years of relevant experience in electrical substation engineering.


Technical Skills & Competencies
  • Strong knowledge of HV/EHV substation design (33kV and above).
  • Experience with AIS and GIS substations.
  • Proficiency in engineering tools such as:
    • AutoCAD / MicroStation
    • ETAP / CYME / SKM (preferred)
  • Knowledge of protection systems, SCADA, and control systems.
  • Familiarity with international standards (IEC, IEEE, IS).
  • Good understanding of project lifecycle and EPC execution.

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