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ICF

Account Manager - Public Sector

Santa Barbara, CA · Remote

Location: Remote Los Angeles, Field-Based Los Angeles County, Santa Barbara County, Kern County ... Purchase Plan And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!) What you will be doing:

Compal USA

Buyer

Santa Barbara, CA · Remote

Manage the purchase of MRO (maintenance, repair, and operations) materials, including facility consumables and critical operational supplies to ensure uninterrupted production. Source and procure ...

Compal USA

Buyer

Santa Barbara, CA · Remote

$70K - $100K/yr

The Buyer collaborates closely with engineering, logistics, finance, quality, and supplier management teams to drive strategic purchasing decisions and support business goals. Key Responsibilities:

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How much do remote purchasing jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote purchasing in Oxnard, CA is $57,220.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $63,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by remote purchasing professionals and how are they addressed?

Remote Purchasing professionals often encounter challenges such as coordinating across time zones, maintaining real-time communication with suppliers, and ensuring data accuracy when away from a centralized office. These obstacles are typically addressed by leveraging robust procurement platforms, setting clear expectations with vendors, and maintaining a proactive approach to follow-ups and documentation. Regular virtual meetings and collaboration tools help foster strong connections with team members and suppliers. Being detail-oriented and adaptable allows remote purchasing specialists to overcome logistical hurdles and ensure timely, cost-effective procurement.

What is a remote purchasing?

A Remote Purchasing job involves procuring goods and services for a company while working from a remote location. Responsibilities typically include sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, managing purchase orders, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. This role requires strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills, as well as familiarity with procurement software and supply chain processes. Remote Purchasing professionals often collaborate with vendors and internal teams through digital tools to maintain efficient operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the remote purchasing position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Purchasing professional, you need expertise in procurement processes, vendor negotiation, and order management, usually backed by experience in supply chain or business administration fields. Familiarity with procurement software (such as SAP Ariba or Coupa), e-commerce systems, and basic contract management is typically required. Strong organizational skills, clear communication, and self-motivation are crucial soft skills to excel when working remotely. Mastering these competencies ensures efficient purchasing operations, cost savings, and seamless remote collaboration with vendors and internal teams.

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Substation Physical Designer - REMOTE

ICF

Santa Barbara, CA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Title: Substation Physical Designer - Remote

Location: Remote US

Ready to make a difference?

ICF is seeking a Substation Physical Designer to support execution of distribution substation projects at voltages from 12kV to 69kV with the goal of providing excellent quality work for our clients. While the core responsibilities will center on distribution-level projects, involvement in transmission substation projects above 69kV can also be expected.

We are a relentlessly client-focused group who are re-imagining, re-designing, and re-engineering the way electric utilities tackle industry problems. We are seeking passionate and innovative people who are constantly looking for ways to provide better quality engineering services for our clients.

Why you will love working here:

  • Quality of life: Fully remote, flexible schedule, work-life balance

  • Investment in the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities

  • Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)

The Ideal Candidate

You are a highly motivated designer who takes pride in the services you provide. You ensure the project is done right and all deadlines are met. You should be proactive, self-sufficient, and able to productively work out of your home without supervision. You always strive to expand your knowledge and improve work processes to increase quality and efficiency. You are an active member of the team that works well with others and prioritizes the goals of the group. You enjoy taking on new responsibilities and learning new skill sets whenever needed.

What you will be doing:

  • Responsibilities include, but are not limited, the design and preparation of substation drawings that include:

    • Substation One Line and Three Line

    • Station General Arrangements & Sections

    • Grounding Plan & Details

    • Conduit Plan & Details

    • Control Cubicle Layout, Sections, Cable Tray, Lighting, and Grounding

    • Low-Voltage AC Panels

    • Protective Schemes

    • Substation Relay One Lines and Three Lines

    • AC/DC Schematics

    • Substation Panel Layouts

    • Substation Wiring Diagram and Cable Schedule

    • SCADA and Communication Diagrams

  • Development of Bill of Materials based on Design Criteria

  • Coordination with physical, protection & controls, and drafting disciplines to ensure quality deliverables

  • Participate in client meetings and perform site visits for data gathering as required

  • Interpret and incorporate vendor information into design deliverables

  • Apply client standards related to the work

  • Perform/ensure company's Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes are being followed on all design packages

  • Continuous improvement of job-related engineering, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance

  • Mentor and guide junior designers

What we need you to have (minimum qualifications):

  • An associate's degree in Drafting/Design or related field. (One year of experience in drafting course work or equivalent technical experience may be substituted for one year of education.)

  • 2+ years of experience in substation design with Inventor 3D, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Bluebeam, and MicroStation

What we would like you to have (preferred skills):

  • Associate's degree in Computer Aided Design

  • Ability to prioritize work on multiple projects

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

  • Advanced user of Microsoft products, specifically Word and Excel

  • Knowledge of substation design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical drawings and models.

  • Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to technical design.

To learn more about this team and how our grid engineering solutions help electric utilities balance cutting-edge technology with cost-efficiency and reliability> ICF Power Delivery Services

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Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together, our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read ourEEOpolicy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodation,please emailCandidateaccommodation@icf.comand we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentrequiredto provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Read more aboutworkplacediscriminationrightsor our benefit offerings which are included in theTransparency in (Benefits) CoverageAct.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance atcandidateaccommodation@icf.com. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.


Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$81,147.00 - $151,744.00California Remote Office (CA99)

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