Engineer 1

Santa Ana, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Engineer 1
Positions: 1 Contractor Hybrid
Location: Santa Ana United States 92705
Pay Rate: USD $37.56 / hr
Hybrid Schedule: Onsite days Tuesday/Wednesday
Engagement Type/Reason: New Position
Shift: M-F 8-5
Education Requirement: C. Bachelors Degree

Responsibilities / Day-to-Day Workload
This contractor role supports the Field Engineering group within Distribution Engineering. The engineer will work closely with Field Engineering teams to support capital project scoping field-based assessments and process improvement initiatives. The role emphasizes technical analysis documentation and collaboration with internal stakeholders to enhance system reliability and efficiency.
Conduct field assessments and power system modeling (e.g. load flow studies)
Support grid modernization infrastructure replacement and resiliency programs
Scope capital projects including overhead/underground conductor replacements programmable capacitor control and fuse upgrades
Document and track projects using SCEs Project Initiation Forms (PIFs) and Master Distribution Interface (MDI)
Provide recommendations and documentation for system and process improvements
Assist in training and guiding engineering teams on new tools and procedures

Required Skills/Attributes:
Working knowledge of the distribution grid automated equipment and telemetry systems
Ability to read and interpret electrical maps and schematics
Familiarity with SCE applications (CYME DMS EMS Circuit Viewer ADMS etc.)
Basic understanding of engineering principles and electric power flow
Experience with data validation troubleshooting and equipment testing
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Power Apps) for reporting and analysis
Strong attention to detail organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
Effective communication and collaboration skills with engineers field crews and stakeholders

Skills:
Knowledge of the distribution grid automated equipment and telemetry systems