Substation Project Engineer
Company: PG&E Corporation
Location: Fresno
Posted on: March 31, 2026
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Job Description:
Requisition ID 171545 Job Category: Engineering / Science Job
Level: Individual Contributor Business Unit: Strategy & Growth Work
Type: Hybrid Job Location: Fresno Department Overview The
hardworking coworkers of Electric Engineering ensure all manners of
electric engineering—including electric standards and process
safety, electric design engineering, instrumentation testing and
controls, undergrounding, electric regulatory compliance and
electric investment planning—are in place to safely enable a
strategic and stable workplan for our Electric Operations partners.
Our organization is accountable for program planning, financial
budgeting, and project execution and delivery of all electric
engineering projects. Electric Engineering is comprised of
approximately 2,000 coworkers. Position Summary This position is
represented by Engineers & Scientists of California (ESC), subject
to collective bargaining. This is a journey-level project engineer
job that requires mastery of the Associate level engineer skills
and duties and is responsible for leading the engineering and
design of more complex projects. Uses independent judgment in
applying engineering principles, working with minimal supervision.
Works with engineers, project managers, construction personnel, and
other business partners in assessing project needs.
Responsibilities beyond those of associate Project engineer
include, but are not limited to, the following: Develop technical
studies and reports, and provide guidance to contractors and
outside vendors. This position is hybrid, working from your remote
office and your assigned work location based on business need. The
assigned work location will be within the PG&E Service
Territory PG&E is providing the salary range that the company
in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time
of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to the
locality of the job. The actual salary paid to an individual will
be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to,
specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience,
market value, geographic location, collective bargaining
agreements, and internal equity. The annual salary range is: CA
Minimum, $115,128 CA Maximum, $175,080 Job Responsibilities
Presents findings to internal organizations, contractors and
outside vendors. Provides technical expertise and performs
engineering analyses, studies, and develops conceptual designs.
Assists in root cause analysis. Develops, evaluates, and recommends
alternative project proposals. Conducts walkdowns and design review
meetings. Participates in the development of effective restoration
plans. Prepares written technical documents such as design
criteria, specifications, and reports. Solicits, prepares, and
evaluates contracts and proposals from engineering consultants.
Reviews consultant contracts for technical compliance. Interprets
and applies applicable codes and regulations. Provides guidance to
design and contractor team members, and reviews design and
technical documents. Provides technical expertise and performs
engineering analyses, studies, and develops conceptual designs.
Approves reports, new drawings, and revisions to existing drawings
for projects. In emergencies, promptly responds to facility
failures. Represents PG&E to government bodies as required for
assigned projects. Responds, in emergencies, to facility failures.
Reviews consultant contracts for technical compliance. Solicits,
prepares, and evaluates contracts and proposals from engineering
consultants. Resolves problems of moderate scope, typically
requiring standard solutions. Assignments typically require
standard solutions. Under general direction, independently plans
work to meet assigned objectives; progress is reviewed periodically
for technical accuracy and adequacy in process and upon completion.
External contacts are primarily coordinating with contractors and
vendors. Internal contacts are with clients and project team
members. May guide the work of less experienced team members.
Exchanges information with others outside the team. May partner to
solve problems or explore alternative solutions. Capable of
coordinating with project team and has basic understanding of the
roles and responsibilities of project managers. Able to work with
limited supervision and guidance to meet project commitments. Able
to work with internal and external customers and suppliers. Able to
understand and implement the technical requirements of interfacing
engineering disciplines. Demonstrates informed judgment when making
decisions and recommendations. Uses judgment in applying
engineering principles and techniques to determine cost effective
and practical solutions. Ability to manage and complete several
projects concurrently, depending on scope and complexity.
Interprets applicable codes, industry standards and regulations and
educates others. Can provide thorough analysis of issues and
justification of recommendations. Takes ownership of problems and
their solutions. Qualifications Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in
Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline from an
accredited curriculum in the US or the equivalent from outside the
US 3 years of cumulative experience in power system engineering and
design Desired: Experience in substation engineering and design
Experience in project management California PE license
Keywords: PG&E Corporation, Porterville , Substation Project Engineer, Engineering , Fresno, California
