Substation Engineer

K&A Engineering Consulting is a privately held company providing comprehensive consulting engineering and design program/project management construction management and support services to power utility and industrial clients. Specializing in substation transmission distribution distributed energy resources and EPC services we excel in solving complex challenges with precision-driven solutions. We pride ourselves on employing top talent fostering a culture of excellence and building meaningful relationships with clients and employees.

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We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Substation Engineer to join our team at K&A Engineering in Pleasanton CA. In this role you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. Youll be part of a dynamic people-focused team where your expertise ideas and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

Role Expectations:

• Detailed design of Electrical Engineering Includes conceptual design and detailed estimates
• Substation Design Includes the creation of substation construction drawing packages developing bill of materials and the procurement of minor materials
• General arrangement/ physical and electrical layout electrical equipment plans elevation & section views (including transformers bus work etc.)
• Equipment cable trays cable design conduit fill calculations
• Rigid bus calculations
• System Protection & Control (SP&C) Design includes the creation of SP&C construction drawing packages and the procurement of materials
• Drawings in specified formats shall include elementary diagrams relay one-line diagrams connection diagrams panel layout diagrams and circuit schedules. Materials shall include relays communication and monitoring systems panel meters control house panels cables and associated wiring materials.

What were looking for:

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an accredited university
• 5 Years of professional experience within substation design for electrical utilities
• Experience and or knowledge with power analysis software is ideal (i.e. SKM Etap EasyPower etc.)
• Proficient in Microsoft Project Excel PowerPoint and Word
• Must be able to report to the office and visit worksites as needed

Pay Range $/year

Why Join K&A

People-First Culture: We put our people at the center of everything we do creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.

Innovation & Learning: We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training mentorship and hands-on experience.

Collaborative Team Environment: We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.

Recognition & Growth: Weve earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast-growing company we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees including but not limited to:

• 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
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

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The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to technical ability experience and training licenses and certifications and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

Required Experience:

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