Senior Project Engineer - Oakland
1 day ago
Job description
Project Engineer – Power & UtilitiesSan Francisco Bay Area, California
We are seeking a Senior Project Engineer – Power & Utilities to support complex electric utility and energy infrastructure projects in Oakland, California.
This role focuses on the engineering, design, and execution of underground transmission and substation projects within a regulated utility environment.
The Senior Project Engineer will be responsible for delivering high-quality engineering solutions across multiple large-scale initiatives, supporting underground transmission systems, substation interfaces, and lifecycle coordination from design through construction and maintenance.
This position is ideal for a Project Engineer with experience in power transmission, substations, and underground cable systems, who thrives in technically complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
Manage and support large, highly complex underground transmission and substation projects from concept through execution
Perform detailed engineering analyses and develop conceptual and detailed designs for underground transmission systems
Provide technical solutions for complex issues related to underground cable systems and utility infrastructure
Lead root cause analyses and recommend corrective actions for local and system-wide technical issues
Serve as a technical representative and liaison with internal teams, external stakeholders, and regulatory bodies
Develop and implement technical policies, procedures, standards, construction documents, and specifications
Support integration of underground cable systems with substations, including GIS and AIS equipment, grounding systems, and protection/control coordination
Coordinate closely with Asset Management, Standards, Operations, and Maintenance teams to ensure lifecycle continuity
Support construction activities, resolve field issues, and coordinate material and design changes
Ensure engineering deliverables align with safety, quality, cost, and schedule objectives
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution
10+ years of experience in engineering and design of underground transmission and substation systems within electric utility environments
Demonstrated experience managing multiple underground transmission projects independently
Strong technical knowledge of underground transmission cable systems, including:
Pipe-type and XLPE cable systems
Systems rated 60kV, 115kV, 230kV and above
Submarine cable systems and cathodic protection
Sheath bonding systems and cable sequencing impedances
Pulling tension and ampacity calculations
Experience supporting construction coordination, material specifications, and issuance of construction drawings
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
Ability to work on-site in Oakland, California
Authorized to work in the United States
Preferred / Nice-to-Have Qualifications
Experience leading or mentoring engineering teams and overseeing design execution
Experience developing cost-effective engineering solutions and supporting technical negotiations
Familiarity with emergency cable repair planning and maintenance operations
Experience coordinating with Asset Management, Standards, and Maintenance organizations
Active participation in industry associations or technical working groups
Experience supporting substation interfaces, including:
GIS and AIS switchgear integration
Grounding systems design
Protection and control coordination
About PTAG
PTAG is a project management advisory and services consulting firm specializing in project management, project controls, and engineering services.
We support major capital projects across power, utilities, energy, infrastructure, and industrial sectors—partnering with clients to deliver safe, efficient, and predictable project outcomes through strong governance and technical excellence.
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