Job Title: Engineer 3
Location: Pomona, CA 91768/ Hybrid in office two days a week, Wed-Thurs
Duration: 18 months Assignment
Shift/Hours: 40 hrs/week, M-F 8-5/7-4 (flexible)

Core Responsibilities:
1. Technology Integration & Evaluation:
• Lead the integration of new technologies (pre-commercial or commercial equipment new to SCE) into the system.
• Assess pilot projects against success criteria and determine readiness for system-wide deployment.
2. Standards Development & Governance:
• Develop, update, and maintain engineering standards to support new technologies and evolving compliance requirements.
• Ensure alignment with regulatory mandates, risk mitigation strategies, and corporate objectives.
3. Stakeholder Coordination:
• Collaborate with key stakeholders including Project Leads, Subject Matter Experts, Substation Construction & Maintenance, Operations, and Training Teams.
• Facilitate communication and engagement throughout all phases of technology transition.
4. Training & Knowledge Transfer
• Partner with Technology Integration and Training teams to develop training plans for end-users.
• Ensure updates to operating manuals, maintenance procedures, and compatible units are completed before deployment.
5. Post-Deployment Activities
• Define asset ownership and responsibilities (e.g., Infrastructure Replacement Sponsor, Equipment Maintenance).
• Oversee SAP and Master Data integration for new technologies.
6. Process & Documentation Management
• Manage standards change requests through all phases of the Standards Process.
• Maintain documentation and ensure procedural compliance for technology transfer and standards updates.
7. Risk & Impact Assessment
• Conduct impact assessments for new standards and technology adoption, including operational, safety, and training implications.
• Identify gaps and feed insights back to strategy teams for roadmap updates.

Required Skills:
• Standards Expertise: Deep understanding of transmission, distribution, and substation standards; ability to own and manage standard content and updates.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with CPUC General Orders, NERC requirements, and compliance frameworks.
• Design & Analysis: Ability to interpret engineering principles and evaluate implications of standards changes (e.g., conductor tension tables, clearance, structural loads).
• Software Proficiency: Working knowledge of tools impacted by standards updates (AUD/DM, SPIDA pole loading); AutoCAD for substation standards drawing updates.
• Technology Integration: Capability to lead pilot processes and facilitate technology transfer for new equipment and systems.
Strategic & Analytical Skills:
• Roadmap Alignment: Awareness of Asset Strategy & Planning (ASP) roadmaps to ensure standards updates align with organizational goals and asset management strategies.
• Risk Assessment: Ability to evaluate QA/QC findings, assess operational impacts, and identify gaps for continuous improvement. [Standards...Functions | Excel]
Project Management & Leadership:
• Pilot Facilitation: Lead technology pilots, coordinate stakeholder engagement, and manage transition to long-term business processes.
• Communication: Develop and deliver standards updates, facilitate Q&A sessions, and engage in industry forums (e.g., NEETRAC).
• Stakeholder Alignment: Act as the face of ASP with other organizational units, ensuring collaboration across engineering, operations, and planning teams.
Soft Skills:
• Collaboration: Work effectively with SMEs, planners, and field personnel to resolve technical queries and implement standards.
• Adaptability: Ability to manage complex tasks across multiple standards and disciplines in a dynamic environment.

Desired Skills:
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred.
• Technical Expertise: Advanced knowledge of power systems, standards development, regulatory compliance (CPUC, NERC), and proficiency with engineering tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SPIDA, AUD/DM).
• Leadership & Collaboration: Strong ability to lead technology pilots, manage standards updates, and coordinate across cross-functional teams while influencing decisions.
• Strategic & Analytical Skills: Skilled in risk assessment, cost-benefit analysis, and aligning technology adoption with organizational roadmaps; excellent communication and problem-solving mindset.
  
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 48.91/hr.