Associate Principal Electrical Engineer

NEI Electric Power Engineering, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer paid medical, dental, vision

401(k) with employer matching

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid parental leave

Annual team building events

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

A leading engineering services firm seeks an Associate Principal Electrical Engineer to drive complex projects in Mission Critical & Industrial departments. This role entails technical leadership, mentoring, and oversight over detailed designs of Electrical Power Systems. Candidates must have over 7 years of relevant experience, a PE license, and expertise in high voltage systems. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a hybrid work model, allowing both local and remote opportunities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant engineering or field experience.
• PE licensure is required.
• Deep experience with high voltage power systems.
• Interest in training, mentoring, and coaching.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex projects in the Mission Critical & Industrial department.
• Perform detailed design of Electrical Power Systems.
• Spearhead technical standards and provide leadership.
• Assist Business Development in showcasing capabilities.
• Conduct power system studies including load flow and short circuit.

Skills

High voltage power systems

Communication skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Cost estimation

QA/QC

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

PowerFactory

ETAP

SKM

Milsoft

SEL Relaying

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Associate Principal Electrical Engineer – Mission Critical & Industrials

About the Position

As an Associate Principal Electrical Engineer in the Mission Critical & Industrials group, you will function as a subject matter expert working on NEI’s new or complex projects in the Mission Critical & Industrial Department. This position will have a high level of autonomy and involve leadership, mentoring, and engineering responsibilities. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment helping with QA/QC, cost estimation, and establishing/enforcing best practices and procedures.

Salary Range: $100,000 - $175,000 / year

The salary range above is based upon the Denver, Colorado labor market.

This opportunity is available to both local / in-office (Lakewood, CO) and full-time remote candidates.

Responsibilities

• Works closely with Directors, Program Managers, and Vice President, acting as a subject matter expert on the most complex projects within the Mission Critical & Industrial department
• Performs or reviews detailed design of all aspects of Electrical Power Systems including one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, general arrangement, selection of equipment, writing of equipment specifications, project and construction cost estimates, and project scheduling
• Spearheads the creation and implementation of standards and provides technical leadership and guidance for QA/QC on substation engineering projects
• Attend technical conferences and develop technical industry content including white papers. Strong preference for someone to be involved in industry committees.
• Acts as a Subject Matter Expert in the proposal process interpreting RFPs, developing and approving cost estimates and proposal write-ups.
• Trains, coaches, and mentors engineers across the department at various levels to promote quality and ensure career growth for team members.
• Assists with the creation and enforcement of technical standards across the department
• Meeting with new and perspective clients, assisting the Business Development team to showcase company capability and thought leadership.
• Prepares or reviews computer-based models and performs power system studies on utility and industrial/commercial electrical power transmission and distribution systems including short circuit, load flow, relay coordination, arc flash, collection system grounding, harmonic analysis, and other related studies
• Performs field inspection, testing, and construction supervision services when applicable
• Checks the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for overall quality and accuracy as required
• Maintains professional understanding of all applicable Codes and Standards, and construction practices
• Maintains strong and responsive Company-Client relationships, particularly for new or high-risk scopes and relationships.
• Maintains high ethical and professional standards
• Attends safety training and follows safety rules and guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Must Have

• Education: Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution
• Experience: 7+ years of relevant engineering or field experience
• Licensure: PE is required
• Deep experience with high voltage power systems is required
• Interest in training, mentoring, and coaching is required
• Proficiency with PowerFactory, ETAP, SKM, Milsoft, SEL Relaying, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite
• Possesses effective written and oral communications skills
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office setting and some field work may be required

Travel

Typical: 15 – 35%

Physical Activities

Must be able to lift 25lbs.

About NEI Electric Power Engineering

Serving Others. Enriching Environment. Improving Continually. Quality Results. Voted as a top workplace by the Denver Post for four straight years (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023), our values have been woven into the fabric of who we are since 1982, guiding our decision making throughout the years. As an engineering services firm, NEI’s mission is to create a great organization that serves people and solves problems.

Since NEI’s founding, we have developed a culture of collaboration and accountability across our teams and departments, and externally with our clients across the United States. We believe in two core ideas: hiring great people and celebrating our team members diverse background and unique experiences; bringing in new, unique, and exciting perspectives that can only strengthen NEI as we chart out path into the future.

We are a proud equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.

We believe that taking care of our team members is of the utmost importance. We strive to foster a community of belonging, professional development, and industry involvement; providing our team with the benefits, tools, and support systems to excel in their roles. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• 100% Employer paid team member premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching; 100% immediate vesting
• Annual & discretionary bonus programs
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employer paid licensure (FE/PE), certifications, seminars, & conferences
• Paid parental leave
• Eight (8) paid holidays including a floating holiday to use at your discretion
• Annual Team Building
• Hybrid work environment with remote flexibility
• Career development, training, and coaching opportunities

NEI Electric Power Engineering participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your completed Form I-9 to confirm your work authorization in the United States.