Remote Substation Engineer Jobs in Spring Valley, CA

Company Description
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Job Description
AECOM is seeking a Project Manager -Transmission & Distribution with a passion for driving results to join our high-performing energy practice team. In this role, the project manager will plan, direct, and execute moderate to large sized projects to support electric utilities. Our Project Managers are AECOM's leaders readily managing, leading project teams, and delivering technical excellence, to provide client satisfaction through the use of structured processes and tools. This position will be on a REMOTE basis.
The successful candidate will:

• Use their strong working knowledge of transmission electric utilities to manage the full life cycle of substation or transmission projects.
• Be responsible for design, permitting, construction, community engagement, and establishing/achieving critical project milestones.
• Utilize your strong interpersonal, organizational, and creative problem-solving skills, to collaborate and lead project stake holders.
• Work closely with the Project Team to confirm deliverables and services are being provided to exceed client's satisfaction. This includes coordination with team members across the world.
• Identify project opportunities early and facilitate go/no-go decisions, determine project fees, write proposals, prepare and lead client presentations, and negotiation of contracts.
• Support development and maintenance of business plan; lead and support proposal efforts to support profitable growth.
• Enjoy building teams, capturing new work, and growing Client relationships.
• Take ownership of internal project financials, staffing, legal coordination, and risk management.
• Be results-oriented with strong interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, collaboration and leadership skills.
• Enjoy managing projects that vary in size and complexity in multiple locations.

Energy
AECOM's Energy practice provides a wide range of services from consulting and engineering design to energy engineering, energy procurement and construction (EPC) for power, energy efficiency, and renewable energy clients. Our understanding of the big picture - and the interconnection between generation, distribution, storage, and the demand side of the meter - allows us to deliver holistic strategies that improve and modernize next generation energy infrastructure. We connect knowledge and experience across our global framework to bring together a unique combination of engineers, planners, scientists, and project managers who advance cleaner, secure, and more sustainable energy solutions.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering and 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Project Management experience directly related to transmission and substation engineering projects
• Demonstrated experience delivering complex projects and/or programs with high quality on schedule and within scope and budget

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• 7 Years of relevant experience, including project management program management engineering of transmission and substation work

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not available for this role.
• Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is available for this position.

About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community-where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.