Project Engineer

Pay Rate: $80-$100 per hour

Duration: 6 Months

Work Mode: Hybrid

Location: Oakland, CA

Summary:

• This position is represented by the Engineers and Scientists of California (ESC) and is subject to collective bargaining.
• The role is for a journey-level engineer who has mastered Associate engineer skills and duties, and is responsible for leading the engineering and design of more complex projects.
• Exercise independent judgment in applying engineering principles and work with minimal supervision.
• Collaboration with engineers, project managers, construction personnel, and other business partners to assess project needs is essential.
• Additional responsibilities include developing technical studies and reports, providing guidance to contractors and outside vendors, and traveling to/from project-related functions approximately 10% of the time.

Responsibilities:

• Resolve problems of moderate scope using standard solutions.
• Independently plan work under general direction; progress reviewed periodically for technical accuracy.
• Perform functions of Associate level Engineer as needed.
• Provide technical expertise, conduct engineering analyses, studies, and develop conceptual designs.
• Present findings to internal teams, contractors, and vendors.
• Conduct walkdowns and design review meetings.
• Prepare technical documents including design criteria, scope documents, specifications, and reports.
• Develop, evaluate, and recommend alternative project proposals.
• Solicit, prepare, and evaluate contracts/proposals from engineering consultants.
• Review consultant contracts for technical compliance.
• Interpret and apply applicable codes and regulations.
• Participate in developing restoration plans and assist in root cause analysis.
• Approve reports, new drawings, and revisions to existing drawings.
• Respond promptly to facility failures in emergencies.
• Represent the company to government bodies for assigned projects.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited US curriculum or equivalent from outside the US.
• Minimum 3 years of cumulative experience in engineering and design.

Preferred Skills:

• Electrical transmission line engineering for 115kv–500kv.
• Strong familiarity with GO 95, NESC, and company transmission line standards and construction practices.
• Strong familiarity with PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, etc.
• Skills in project management.