Senior Structural Substation Engineer
Pleasanton, CA - USA
Job Summary
K&A Power Group is a privately held engineering firm delivering worldclass technical expertise and engineering excellence to power utility and industrial clients across the United States Asia the Middle East and Africa. We provide comprehensive consulting engineering and design program and project management construction management and EPC services specializing in substation transmission distribution and distributed energy resources.
We pride ourselves on attracting and developing top talent building a culture of excellence and building meaningful long-term relationships with our employees clients and communities wherever they are in the world.
Start your K&A Career:
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Structural Substation Engineer to join our team at K&A Power Group in Oakbrook IL or 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:
- Lead and support structural design efforts for high-voltage electrical substations (typically 12kV500kV).
- Perform structural steel design including bus support structures equipment stands platforms and connection details.
- Develop concrete foundation designs for transformers breakers control buildings steel structures and other substation components.
- Conduct structural analysis using industry-standard software and methodologies.
- Prepare and review detailed design documents calculations drawings and specifications.
- Collaborate with electrical civil and project management teams to ensure design compliance constructability and project timelines.
- Support site evaluations structural assessments and modification recommendations for existing substations.
- Maintain adherence to applicable codes and standards (e.g. ASCE ACI AISC NESC IEEE).
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship when applicable.
What were looking for:
- Bachelors degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Masters preferred but not required).
- 5 years of structural engineering experience with a focus on substation design.
- Demonstrated experience with:
- Structural steel design
- Concrete/foundation design
- Analysis software (e.g. PLS-CADD/POLE STAAD SAP2000 RISA or similar)
- Working knowledge of relevant codes and standards (ASCE AISC ACI NESC).
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects.
- Professional Engineer (SE) licenseIllinois preferred (or ability to obtain via comity).
- Experience interacting with utility clients or EPC partners.
- Familiarity with seismic design requirements in California.
- Experience developing construction packages and IFC drawings.
- Prior involvement in renewable energy or grid modernization projects.
Pay Range $00/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)
Check out our career page for more information!
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:
Senior IC
About Company
Power engineering company, utility and energy engineering, EPC and project management: substations, transmission, distribution, DER, grid modernization.