PTAG Inc.
PTAG is a Project Management Advisory & Services firm, which is recognized in the industry by Project & Construction Management Industry think-tanks, innovative service delivery partners and world leading industrial clients. We are looking for an Underground Transmission Design Engineer to help us expand our presence with our clients in the Power Industry. We seek Project Professionals who will align with our corporate mission, vision & values:
Our mission is to help our clients ensure successful delivery and efficient operation of their major capital projects. Our goal is to employ innovation and strategic thinking by capital project subject matter experts to deliver optimum project results.
PTAG's vision is to help our clients become global leaders in the selection, planning, and execution of their capital and sustaining projects.
Our values include:
- Safety: The safety of our employees, suppliers and clients is our top priority
- Collaboration : Creating true partnerships with our clients and service providers
- Leadership : Improving project performance through the application of best practices
- Accountability : Being accountable to our clients for every aspect of engagement
- Client Satisfaction : Delivering 100% client satisfaction on every project
- Integrity : Open and clear communication in every aspect of our business
Location : San Jose, Sacramento, or Oakland, CA
Type of Employment : Contract
Job ID# 6399
Role & Responsibilities:
- Manage large, highly complex underground transmission and substation projects, performing detailed engineering analyses and developing conceptual and detailed designs.
- Provide innovative solutions for complex technical issues related to underground transmission systems.
- Lead root cause analyses and make recommendations for resolution of local and system-wide technical issues.
- Serve as company representative, technical witness, and liaison with external stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
- Develop and implement technical policies, procedures, and standards, including construction documents and specifications.
- Support integration of underground cable systems with substations, including GIS and AIS equipment, grounding systems, and protection/control coordination.
- Mentor and provide technical leadership to engineering staff, fostering skill development and knowledge transfer.
- Coordinate closely with Asset Management, Standards, and Maintenance teams to ensure continuity across lifecycle phases.
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited U.S. or international institution.
- Current California Professional Engineer (PE) license required; consideration may be given to candidates with out-of-state licensure and ability to obtain CA PE within 6 months.
- Minimum of 13 years cumulative experience in engineering and design of underground transmission and substation systems in electric utility settings.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple large-scale underground transmission projects independently.
- Experience leading and mentoring engineering teams and overseeing design execution.
- Proven ability to develop cost-effective engineering solutions and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders.
- Expertise in underground transmission cable systems including:
- Cable System Design
- Pipe-type and XLPE cable systems
- Systems rated 60kV, 115kV, 230kV and above
- Submarine cable systems and cathodic protection
- Sheath bonding systems
- Sequencing impedances of cable systems
- Pulling tension and ampacity calculations
- Construction & Material Coordination
- Resolution of construction conflicts with existing infrastructure
- Construction and material specifications
- Issuance of construction drawings and contract coordination
- Utility Coordination & Maintenance
- Emergency cable repair planning and execution
- Support to maintenance operations
- Coordination with Asset Management and Standards organizations
- Active participation in industry associations
- Substation Interface
- Integration with GIS and AIS switchgear
- Grounding systems design
- Protection and control coordination
Why Join PTAG?
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing consulting firm.
- Engage with industry leaders and participate in high-profile events.
- Develop high-impact marketing content that showcases PTAG's expertise.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Flexible work environment with opportunities for professional growth.