Substation Manager - Kiewit Power Delivery Engineering at Kiewit in San Diego, CA | USD152,000-160,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

substation design

technical leadership

epc support

multidisciplinary coordination

team management

project planning

Provide technical leadership across substation physical (primary) and protection & control (secondary) design.
Ensure engineering work meets quality standards, technical requirements, and client expectations.
Collaborate with project managers and construction teams to support EPC execution, constructability reviews, and field issue resolution.
Contribute to business growth by improving processes, developing standards, and supporting proposals and estimating.
Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering efforts with civil, structural, transmission, and SCADA/communications teams.
Oversee development of engineering deliverables, including:
Build, mentor, and manage a local team of substation engineers and designers.
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Support project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.

Requirements

p.e. license

b.s. degree

10+ years

microsoft office

schematics

leadership

Ability to work independently with limited direction and oversight
Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) or Graduate degree in Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited university
Strong attention to detail; strong communication, interpersonal, leadership and team-building skills.
Regular, reliable attendance
P.E. license required
10+ years of experience performing engineering related duties and/or management for substation projects.
Competitive - demonstrating the desire to win the project and grow the team through leadership and teamwork.
Must be able to represent Kiewit manner to owners, contractors, vendors and any other contacts outside the Kiewit organization.
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Protection & control schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts
Must be able to communicate through emails and utilize electronic meeting requests.
Ability to work in a growing, adaptive and multi-discipline team environment
Knowledge of engineering and construction standards and processes including scheduling, contracts, coordinating and managing all disciplines
Work productively and meet deadlines timely
Legally able to work within the United States for any length of time. Sponsorship will be considered in special circumstances

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

sponsorship will be considered in special circumstances.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 1884

Year Established

The company began operations in 1884.

1920s and ’30s

Growth Period

The company expanded during this time, building landmark structures.

$17B in 2023

Revenue

The company's revenue in 2023 topped $17 billion.

It evolved into a massive employee‑owned network operating across North America, delivering projects valued in the billions.
Today it specializes in transportation, water/wastewater, power, oil, gas & chemicals, building, industrial, marine and mining sectors.
Signature projects include New York’s 63rd Street Tunnel, Baltimore’s Fort McHenry Tunnel, T‑Mobile Park in Seattle, and major renewable energy sites.
Its marine division undertakes dredging, coastal resiliency and naval base work, while energy teams deliver gas, power delivery and renewables.
With deep roots in engineering‑led construction, it is known for tackling the kind of ‘impossible’ projects that reshape cities and industries.

Culture + Values

Safety First – We care for the safety and well-being of our employees and those around us.
Integrity – We are honest, ethical, and transparent in all that we do.
Excellence – We deliver exceptional results by striving for continuous improvement and exceeding expectations.
Customer Focus – We develop strong relationships with our customers and work together to achieve success.
Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions and outcomes.
Collaboration – We work together to leverage the strengths of our diverse teams and achieve shared goals.

Environment + Sustainability

2050 Target

Carbon Neutrality Goal

Aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, aligning with global climate efforts.

100% Renewables

Clean Energy Transition

Committed to integrating renewable energy solutions into projects to support a low-carbon future.

Investing in sustainable infrastructure to support the transition to a low-carbon economy.
Tracking and reducing our carbon footprint across operations and construction sites.
Incorporating sustainable practices into the design, construction, and operation of projects to minimize environmental impact.

Inclusion & Diversity

15%

Women in Workforce

Approximately 15% of the workforce are women, reflecting current representation in the organization.

Aim to build a diverse workforce, with a focus on gender, race, and other underrepresented groups.
Set clear goals for increasing the percentage of women in leadership and technical roles.
Track progress on diversity metrics across all levels of the organization.

Articles

Careers

Projects

Markets

Role

Description

substation design

technical leadership

epc support

multidisciplinary coordination

team management

project planning

Provide technical leadership across substation physical (primary) and protection & control (secondary) design.
Ensure engineering work meets quality standards, technical requirements, and client expectations.
Collaborate with project managers and construction teams to support EPC execution, constructability reviews, and field issue resolution.
Contribute to business growth by improving processes, developing standards, and supporting proposals and estimating.
Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering efforts with civil, structural, transmission, and SCADA/communications teams.
Oversee development of engineering deliverables, including:
Build, mentor, and manage a local team of substation engineers and designers.
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Support project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.

Requirements

p.e. license

b.s. degree

10+ years

microsoft office

schematics

leadership

Ability to work independently with limited direction and oversight
Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) or Graduate degree in Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited university
Strong attention to detail; strong communication, interpersonal, leadership and team-building skills.
Regular, reliable attendance
P.E. license required
10+ years of experience performing engineering related duties and/or management for substation projects.
Competitive - demonstrating the desire to win the project and grow the team through leadership and teamwork.
Must be able to represent Kiewit manner to owners, contractors, vendors and any other contacts outside the Kiewit organization.
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Protection & control schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts
Must be able to communicate through emails and utilize electronic meeting requests.
Ability to work in a growing, adaptive and multi-discipline team environment
Knowledge of engineering and construction standards and processes including scheduling, contracts, coordinating and managing all disciplines
Work productively and meet deadlines timely
Legally able to work within the United States for any length of time. Sponsorship will be considered in special circumstances

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

sponsorship will be considered in special circumstances.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 1884

Year Established

The company began operations in 1884.

1920s and ’30s

Growth Period

The company expanded during this time, building landmark structures.

$17B in 2023

Revenue

The company's revenue in 2023 topped $17 billion.

It evolved into a massive employee‑owned network operating across North America, delivering projects valued in the billions.
Today it specializes in transportation, water/wastewater, power, oil, gas & chemicals, building, industrial, marine and mining sectors.
Signature projects include New York’s 63rd Street Tunnel, Baltimore’s Fort McHenry Tunnel, T‑Mobile Park in Seattle, and major renewable energy sites.
Its marine division undertakes dredging, coastal resiliency and naval base work, while energy teams deliver gas, power delivery and renewables.
With deep roots in engineering‑led construction, it is known for tackling the kind of ‘impossible’ projects that reshape cities and industries.

Culture + Values

Safety First – We care for the safety and well-being of our employees and those around us.
Integrity – We are honest, ethical, and transparent in all that we do.
Excellence – We deliver exceptional results by striving for continuous improvement and exceeding expectations.
Customer Focus – We develop strong relationships with our customers and work together to achieve success.
Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions and outcomes.
Collaboration – We work together to leverage the strengths of our diverse teams and achieve shared goals.

Environment + Sustainability

2050 Target

Carbon Neutrality Goal

Aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, aligning with global climate efforts.

100% Renewables

Clean Energy Transition

Committed to integrating renewable energy solutions into projects to support a low-carbon future.

Investing in sustainable infrastructure to support the transition to a low-carbon economy.
Tracking and reducing our carbon footprint across operations and construction sites.
Incorporating sustainable practices into the design, construction, and operation of projects to minimize environmental impact.

Inclusion & Diversity

15%

Women in Workforce

Approximately 15% of the workforce are women, reflecting current representation in the organization.

Aim to build a diverse workforce, with a focus on gender, race, and other underrepresented groups.
Set clear goals for increasing the percentage of women in leadership and technical roles.
Track progress on diversity metrics across all levels of the organization.

Articles

Careers

Projects

Markets