Senior Substation Design Engineer

Auriga Corporation

  • Milpitas, CA
  • $100,000-150,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 9 days ago
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing
  • Vision insurance
AURIGA JOB POSTING(Auriga Website: www.aurigacorp.com)Auriga Corporation was established in 1990, to provide high-quality design, engineering and project management services for Electric Power, Telecommunication and Information Technology systems. Auriga’s clientele includes: investor-owned and municipal utilities, rail and transit agencies, federal, state and local government agencies, and international public and private sector organizations.Auriga Corporation is looking for an experienced, talented and self-motivated individual to join our team to help us provide our customers with innovative and cost-effective solutions and services. An ideal candidate will be excited to be part of a company that moves quickly on a constant flow of ideas, is able to wear multiple hats as needed, and has the drive to succeed.Auriga Corporation currently has following vacancies in the Milpitas, California Office:Senior Substation Design EngineerEssential Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Lead complete design process of high-voltage substations, including physical layout, protection and control systems, grounding, and conduit design.
  • Develop and review engineering drawings such as single-line diagrams, wiring schematics, equipment layouts, and bill of materials.
  • Coordinate with clients, project managers, and other engineering disciplines to ensure timely and accurate delivery of project deliverables.
  • Conduct technical reviews and provide quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) for engineering documents.
  • Ensure designs meet all applicable codes, standards (IEEE, NESC, NEC), and utility/client specifications.
  • Prepare engineering reports, cost estimates, and technical studies.
  • Lead the design and engineering of high-voltage substation projects (69kV to 500kV), overseeing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring the successful execution of projects in compliance with industry standards and California regulatory requirements.
  • Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance and leadership within the substation design team.
  • Assist with business development and proposal efforts by providing technical expertise and estimating design hours.
Qualifications & Skills:
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in substation design engineering (69kV to 500kV).
  • Current California Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is required.
  • Extensive knowledge of substation equipment (transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, control panels, etc.).
  • Proficient in industry-standard design software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, ETAP, or similar).
  • Strong understanding of applicable codes and standards (NESC, NEC, IEEE, ANSI).
Preferred Qualifications & Skills:
  • Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • Experience working with California utilities (e.g., PG&E, SCE, SDG&E).
  • Experience with substation automation and SCADA integration.
  • PMP certification or formal project management training.
Auriga Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auriga provides compensation and benefits commensurate with the qualifications and experience.

Auriga Corporation