Substation Electrical Engineer - EIT

Sacramento, California Temporary USD45 - USD70 per hour Hybrid working View Job Description
This role leads substation projects end-to-end owning client relationships, driving project delivery, and building a high-performing engineering team across complex infrastructure work. It offers the chance to work within a major EPC environment where you're involved in the full project lifecycle, gaining exposure to large-scale builds and real accountability from design through construction.
  • Large project backlog across power and energy infrastructure
  • Support the country's largest substation greenfield and brownfield projects

About Our Client

Our client is a large, employee-owned engineering and design firm known for delivering complex, high-impact infrastructure projects across power and energy markets. The culture is collaborative and growth-focused, with strong investment in career development and the opportunity to work on nationally recognized, large-scale EPC-style projects.

Job Description

In the role of Substation Electrical EIT, we'll count on you to:

  • Conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations, engineering document review, drawing review and revision, provide field construction support and assist in the preparation of cost estimates and specifications among other tasks.
  • Preparation of engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports and designs for electrical substations (Low, Medium and High Voltage).
  • Preparation of calculations, design sketches and redline drawings.
  • Working with Designers and CADD Technicians to develop drawings in accordance with national design standards, safety codes and project specifications and requirements.
  • Developing design deliverables including one-line diagrams, protection and control schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA schemes, communications plans, substation physical layouts, material lists, conduit and cable sizing/routing, AC and DC systems calculations and sizing, and substation grounding.
  • Conduct site visits during the design, construction and as-built phases of projects.
  • Perform routine electrical engineering assignments using client and industry standards, with instruction from the Project Engineer or Project Manager regarding the expected results.
  • Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables.
  • Work independently on small projects or assist more-senior engineers on larger projects.
  • Perform other duties as needed.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • Engineer In Training (EIT) certificate
  • Computer skills in Microsoft Office
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture
  • Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
  • Experience using electrical design software such as SKM PowerTools, ETAP or EasyPower is considered a plus.
  • Willingness to have a strong in office presence 4-5 days a week
  • Interest in engaging in technical and industry groups (IEEE, NAPE, EPRI, etc.)
  • Takes initiative and is flexible with embracing change in order to accomplish project goal



What's on Offer

  • Hourly pay between $45 and $70, depending on experience.
  • Access to medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Opportunity to work in a key role within the energy and natural resources sector.
  • A temporary position offering hands-on experience with impactful projects.
  • This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Project Manager T&D to make a meaningful impact. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply
  • Long-term contract opportunity with contract-to-hire intent after 6-12 months; based on performance and project needs.
  • Overtime paid at 1.5x, with strong potential for additional hours during peak project phases.
  • Opportunity to travel to project sites nationwide supporting major power delivery projects, with all travel expenses covered.
  • Work on high-impact transmission and substation infrastructure projects supporting grid modernization and reliability initiatives across the U.S.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits available.
  • Join a firm consistently recognized as a "Top Place to Work" for five consecutive years, known for its collaborative engineering culture and commitment to employee development.
  • Opportunity to work alongside highly experienced engineers and project teams on some of the industry's most complex and large-scale energy projects.



If you're ready to bring your expertise as a Substation Electrical Engineer - EIT to a rewarding role in Sacramento, apply today!

Contact
Dom Delia
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7045880

Job summary

Sector
Power & Energy
Sub Sector
Electrical Design Engineer
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Sacramento
Contract Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Dom Delia
Job Reference
JN-062026-7045880
Job Nature
Hybrid working