Electrical Engineer- Combustion Turbine Projects

System One; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

System One in Denver, Colorado is seeking an Electrical Engineer to lead combustion turbine projects on a 12-month contract. This hybrid role requires onsite presence based on project needs, with per diem for travelers.

Responsibilities include reviewing RFIs and submittals, providing engineering oversight during turbine installation, coordinating with EPCs and internal teams, and supporting commissioning.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 7+ years of electrical engineering experience.
• Combustion turbine experience required; turbine-specific work should be shown on resume.
• Experience with RFIs, submittals, drawings, specifications, and technical docs.
• PE or EIT certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Review and resolve electrical RFIs, questions, and submittals.
• Provide electrical oversight during combustion turbine installation and construction.
• Review drawings, specifications, studies, and technical documentation.
• Troubleshoot field installation issues and design conflicts.
• Coordinate with EPC contractors, construction managers, inspectors, and internal teams.
• Ensure construction aligns with approved designs and project requirements.
• Support commissioning and startup activities as projects progress.
• Serve as electrical technical lead for project-related matters.
• Provide technical support throughout construction and execution.

Skills

Strong communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

ABET-accredited electrical engineering degree

PE license or EIT certification

Tools

ProjectWise

Bluebeam

Procore

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Engineer- Combustion Turbine Projects
Location: Denver, Colorado
Type: 12 month Contract
Compensation: $76/hr
Work Model: Hybrid, with onsite presence required based on project needs. Per diem available for qualified candidates traveling from outside the area.
Per diem offered for non-local candidates

Responsibilities

• Review and resolve electrical RFIs, technical questions, and contractor submittals.
• Provide electrical engineering oversight during combustion turbine installation and construction activities.
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, engineering studies, and technical documentation.
• Troubleshoot field installation issues, design conflicts, and electrical engineering challenges.
• Coordinate with EPC contractors, construction managers, inspectors, project controls, and internal engineering teams.
• Ensure construction activities align with approved engineering designs, specifications, and project requirements.
• Support commissioning and startup activities as the projects progress into the next phase.
• Serve as an electrical technical lead for project-related engineering matters.
• Provide technical support and engineering guidance throughout construction and project execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; ABET-accredited degree preferred.
• Approximately 7+ years of electrical engineering experience.
• Demonstrated combustion turbine experience is required. Candidates must clearly show turbine-related experience on their resume.
• Experience supporting combustion turbine construction, design engineering, plant electrical systems, EPC contractors, commissioning, startup, or owner's engineer activities.
• Experience reviewing RFIs, submittals, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Experience resolving field installation issues and engineering/design conflicts.
• Ability to work independently and contribute quickly in an active construction environment.
• Strong communication, organization, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• Experience with GE combustion turbine technology; Siemens turbine experience is also highly transferable.
• Experience with utility companies, power generation facilities, EPC firms, or engineering design organizations.
• Experience with commissioning and startup of power generation facilities.
• Experience with ProjectWise, Bluebeam, Procore, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, and SAP.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.