Electrical Engineering Lead - Power Systems (Hybrid)

AECOM; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer (Electrical Engineering Lead) to join our Energy team in a hybrid office/remote role. You will lead electrical design, review technical work, mentor engineers, and engage with clients on industrial and power-generation projects.

The successful candidate brings strong fundamentals, initiative and the ability to manage scope and risk. This role offers growth into major capital projects with broad client exposure.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Electrical Engineering with 8+ years in industrial facilities, utilities or power projects.
• Experience leading engineering teams and multidisciplinary projects.
• Knowledge of high/medium voltage power systems and protection coordination.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Lead Electrical Engineer or Engineer of Record.
• Provide technical oversight for complex industrial and power-generation projects.
• Review and approve electrical designs, specifications, and calculations.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers.
• Interface directly with clients, plant personnel, utilities, and regulators.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and technical quality.
• Support commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting of power systems.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Be a subject matter expert in power systems and lead major capital projects.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project leadership

Client interface

Power systems

Arc-flash knowledge

Education

BA/BS in Electrical Engineering

Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Engineer-in-Training (EIT/FE) certification

Tools

ETAP

SKM

SEL

GE protection applications

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer (Electrical Engineering Lead) to join our Energy team in a hybrid office/remote role. You will lead electrical design, review technical work, mentor engineers, and engage with clients on industrial and power-generation projects.

The successful candidate brings strong fundamentals, initiative and the ability to manage scope and risk. This role offers growth into major capital projects with broad client exposure.