Mid Level Substation Technician Jobs
Mid level substation technician jobs go to technicians ready to own commissioning projects, troubleshoot complex faults independently, and guide junior staff without waiting for direction. Most openings are on-site across Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Transportation & Logistics, with employers like Kiewit, Burns & McDonnell, and HDR hiring at this level now.
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ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
E2 Consulting Engineers, LP (E2) is a professional services firm established in 1988 specializing in a full spectrum of engineering services including, project engineering and design, federal base operations and infrastructure support services, gas pipeline construction and inspection services, environmental consulting and remediation, and information technology services. At E2, we value safety, innovation and collaboration, and we are dedicated to excellence.
Overview:
The Substation Design Engineer will join our Power Delivery team in support of Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) infrastructure projects. Working under the direction of a Lead Substation Design Engineer, you will perform essential engineering activities for the design and construction of high-voltage electric substation facilities (4kV to 500kV). This role focuses on developing technical drawings and specifications while ensuring all designs conform to both PG&E utility standards and broader industry codes.
Responsibilities:
- Design Activities: Perform substation physical and/or Protection & Control (P&C) design activities, including the preparation of field notes, drawings, specifications, and bills of materials (BOM).
- Engineering Calculations: Conduct foundational calculations for substation auxiliary systems, including conduit and bus sizing, grounding grid analysis, and AC/DC load studies.
- Drawing Production: Utilize 2D/3D CAD software to create detailed construction drawings, such as general arrangements, one-line diagrams, and raceway layouts.
- Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough self-checking of work products to ensure technical accuracy and neatness before submission to senior reviewers.
- Project Coordination: Coordinate project activities with the Lead Engineer and Project Manager, utilizing E2's internal systems to track progress.
- Field Engagement: Assist senior engineers during site visits to gather scope information and help resolve construction-phase Requests for Information (RFIs).
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET approved college or university.
4 - 8 years of experience working in substation design or similar with utility or consulting engineering firm.
Proficient using Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Excel, Word, and Outlook).
Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
Basic written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred
An active Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or a Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Experience with substation design for Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E).
Experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
BENEFITS:
E2 Consulting Engineers, LP offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off.
WAGE DATA PER STATE REQUIREMENTS:
Salary range for this position is $120,000 - $160,000. The starting salary will be commensurate with skill, education, experience, and working environment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment and uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to sit/stand for up to 8 hours per day.
- Ability to move freely for up to 8 hours per day.
TRAVEL:
25%
LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY:
Yes
DRUG FREE WORKPLACE:
E2 Consulting Engineers, LP is a Drug Free Workplace. After accepting an offer of employment, applicants may be required to undergo background checks, drug testing, and/or fit-for-duty physical examination. Drug screens will include, but not be limited to, Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Marijuana Metabolites (THC), Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP). As a federal contractor, E2 cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician.
SOLICITATION:
Please no solicitation of any kind from agencies, staffing, or recruiting firms.
EEO STATEMENT:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
E2 Consulting Engineers, LP (E2) is a professional services firm established in 1988 specializing in a full spectrum of engineering services including, project engineering and design, federal base operations and infrastructure support services, gas pipeline construction and inspection services, environmental consulting and remediation, and information technology services. At E2, we value safety, innovation and collaboration, and we are dedicated to excellence.
Overview:
The Substation Design Engineer will join our Power Delivery team in support of Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) infrastructure projects. Working under the direction of a Lead Substation Design Engineer, you will perform essential engineering activities for the design and construction of high-voltage electric substation facilities (4kV to 500kV). This role focuses on developing technical drawings and specifications while ensuring all designs conform to both PG&E utility standards and broader industry codes.
Responsibilities:
- Design Activities: Perform substation physical and/or Protection & Control (P&C) design activities, including the preparation of field notes, drawings, specifications, and bills of materials (BOM).
- Engineering Calculations: Conduct foundational calculations for substation auxiliary systems, including conduit and bus sizing, grounding grid analysis, and AC/DC load studies.
- Drawing Production: Utilize 2D/3D CAD software to create detailed construction drawings, such as general arrangements, one-line diagrams, and raceway layouts.
- Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough self-checking of work products to ensure technical accuracy and neatness before submission to senior reviewers.
- Project Coordination: Coordinate project activities with the Lead Engineer and Project Manager, utilizing E2's internal systems to track progress.
- Field Engagement: Assist senior engineers during site visits to gather scope information and help resolve construction-phase Requests for Information (RFIs).
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET approved college or university.
4 - 8 years of experience working in substation design or similar with utility or consulting engineering firm.
Proficient using Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Excel, Word, and Outlook).
Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
Basic written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred
An active Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or a Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Experience with substation design for Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E).
Experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
BENEFITS:
E2 Consulting Engineers, LP offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off.
WAGE DATA PER STATE REQUIREMENTS:
Salary range for this position is $120,000 - $160,000. The starting salary will be commensurate with skill, education, experience, and working environment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment and uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to sit/stand for up to 8 hours per day.
- Ability to move freely for up to 8 hours per day.
TRAVEL:
25%
LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY:
Yes
DRUG FREE WORKPLACE:
E2 Consulting Engineers, LP is a Drug Free Workplace. After accepting an offer of employment, applicants may be required to undergo background checks, drug testing, and/or fit-for-duty physical examination. Drug screens will include, but not be limited to, Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Marijuana Metabolites (THC), Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP). As a federal contractor, E2 cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician.
SOLICITATION:
Please no solicitation of any kind from agencies, staffing, or recruiting firms.
EEO STATEMENT:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Mid Level Substation Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level substation technician job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just task completion. Highlight projects where you led testing, diagnosed equipment failures, or coordinated outages with minimal supervision. Certifications like NETA or state electrical licenses strengthen your application. Tailor your resume to show the specific equipment you have worked on, such as transformers, circuit breakers, or protection relays, since employers at this level are hiring for depth, not just familiarity.
Which companies hire mid level substation technicians?
Companies hiring mid level substation technicians right now include Kiewit, Burns & McDonnell, and HDR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from investor-owned utilities, regional transmission organizations, and electrical contractors supporting grid infrastructure projects.
Are there remote mid level substation technician jobs?
Yes, though most roles are field-based by nature. About 18% of mid level substation technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to involve engineering support, project coordination, or relay settings work rather than hands-on maintenance. If flexibility matters to you, filtering for hybrid openings will show which employers offer it.
How do I move up to a mid level substation technician role?
Moving from entry level to mid level takes deliberate skill-building over your first few years. Focus on expanding your equipment familiarity beyond basic maintenance into protection systems, SCADA interfaces, and high-voltage switching. Seek out opportunities to lead smaller outage scopes, document your troubleshooting outcomes, and pursue certifications that signal independent judgment. Employers look for technicians who have handled real complexity, not just assisted with it.
Which industries hire the most mid level substation technicians?
Mid Level substation technician roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Transportation & Logistics, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because aging grid infrastructure, renewable energy integration, and ongoing capital improvement programs all require experienced technicians who can execute without close supervision.