Principal Electrical Engineer

talisman; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility engineering firm in United States is seeking an Electrical Engineering Team Supervisor to manage a team focused on electrical distribution systems. This role involves overseeing project deliverables, technical reviews, and customer interactions. The ideal candidate should have a BSEE degree, 8+ years in the electrical utility industry, and expert knowledge of medium voltage systems. This is a full-time position requiring US citizenship and relevant security clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight (8+) years' work experience in the electrical utility industry.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and ability to motivate a small team.
• Expert knowledge in medium voltage electrical substations required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team for the planning and design of electrical distribution systems.
• Oversee technical reviews and compliance with standards.
• Serve as a liaison with customers during project execution.

Skills

Leadership capabilities

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Medium voltage substation knowledge

Power system analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

PE License

Tools

ETAP

MS Project

Job description

Power EPC Senior Consultant at Talisman Advisory Partners

Electrical Engineering Team Supervisor

The company is seeking an Electrical Engineering Team Supervisor to lead a small team responsible for planning, design, construction, operations, and maintenance of electrical distribution systems for our clients. Due to the nature of our work as a Federal Contractor, candidates must be a US Citizen.

The company is a full‑service electric utility solutions engineering firm with more than twenty years' experience in electrical utility system ownership, upgrades, maintenance and operations through our sister company, [Affiliate Company]. [Company] offers a wide range of power system engineering services to investor‑owned, municipal, cooperative, government, industrial, and commercial customers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Possess and maintain broad and in-depth knowledge of principles, practices, procedures, and standards related to utility power substation and distribution systems.
• Design sub‑transmission systems, substations, switching stations, and complex commercial/industrial power distribution systems.
• Oversee a small engineering team for the development of specifications, calculations, design drawings, bill of materials and other related documents for power distribution or substation projects.
• Serve as the Technical Engineer responsible for project deliverables including technical reviews and compliance with customer standards and industry codes and standards.
• Develop design alternatives, engineering calculations, analysis, and engineering estimates for system improvement projects related to substations and distribution systems.
• Support project execution acting as the Owners Engineer answering project RFIs.
• Provide technical input for preparation of engineering and construction cost estimates and schedules.
• Serve as the Interface for customers fostering relationships as a part of the project execution.
• Perform site surveys for major upgrade projects to support project engineering and design; participate in pre‑construction job‑walks as needed with clients and construction contractors.
• Maintain understanding of power system modeling and protection philosophies and schemes.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance to help them grow in their professional careers.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) degree from an accredited university. Emphasis in power systems preferred
• PE License preferred.
• Minimum of eight (8+) years' work experience in the electrical utility industry
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and ability to motivate, provide guidance and oversee daily responsibilities. Expert knowledge with medium voltage electrical substations and distribution system required.
• Expert with power system analysis (utilizing ETAP or similar software), distribution system modeling, and protective device coordination required.
• Experienced in drawings, specifications, reports, and other technical documentation for deliverables.
• Ability to prepare and maintain construction project schedules (MS Project experience is a plus).
• Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and multi‑tasking skills.
• Possess excellent communication skills both verbal and written as well as strong interpersonal skills.

Travel:

• 25% to project site locations.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance:

• You must be a US Citizen.
• You will be required to obtain Military Base Access Security Clearance.
• Valid driver's license required.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

• Consulting
• Engineering
• Distribution

Industries

• Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution
• Electric Power Generation