Senior Electrical Engineer

Stantec; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 117,800 - 176,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Paid holidays and vacation days

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Denver team. This role focuses on leading electrical design for mining projects across North America, requiring a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and a Professional Engineering license.

The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of experience in heavy industry, with proven leadership skills and proficiency in code compliance. The position offers opportunities for career development and the flexibility of a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 15 years of engineering, design, and construction experience in heavy industry or mining.
• Experience in process control and instrumentation design for mining services.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design and engineering portions of projects.
• Manage project scope, budget, staffing, and schedule.
• Oversee and manage multiple projects.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Project Management

Leadership

Quality Assurance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineering license

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

AGI 32

Visual Lighting Software

ETAP

SKM

Revit

Job description

Opportunity

We are looking for a talented and passionate Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team. A background in mining or heavy industrial and processing sectors is preferred. The successful candidate will primarily support Mining work in Phoenix, Arizona. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a strong interdisciplinary team that works on a variety of unique and exciting Energy & Resources projects across North America and internationally and offers an excellent career development opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

The successful applicant will work within a multidisciplinary team of design and engineering professionals to deliver projects. Your primary duty will be to lead the electrical design and engineering portions of all phases of the projects you are assigned to, from planning through post-construction.

You will be responsible for applying engineering knowledge and professional judgement acquired through experience to plan, size, evaluate, select, and specify electrical systems in accordance with relevant codes, standards and industry best practices. You will perform a variety of tasks which may include conducting field investigations, liaising with clients, carrying out detailed planning studies, preparing design calculations, authoring technical reports, delivering presentations to stakeholders, leading the development of construction packages (drawings and technical specifications), estimating construction costs, monitoring and supporting construction, participating in commissioning, and contributing to business development activities. You should be capable of working independently with minimal supervision and with a reflective mindset and a willingness to challenge both personal and teamwork.

• Act as an Engineer-of-Record for projects and/or project components.
• Lead project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owner and contractor, sub-contractors, and vendors.
• Participate in client project requirement meetings, value engineering analysis, and basic cost estimating.
• Develop and manage the project scope, budget, staffing and schedule.
• Lead the preparation and coordination of the project specifications with construction documents.
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control on own projects and projects of peers.
• Assist with the development of proposal.
• Incorporate innovation, optimization, and standardization in designs as appropriate considering constructability and economics.
• Familiarity with Mine Safety and Health Administration Regulations is preferred.
• Proven leadership abilities with strong project engineering experience, including coordination of multidisciplinary teams, project planning, and successful delivery of technical outcomes.
• Oversee and manage multiple projects.
• Provide guidance, training and mentorship for junior and intermediate engineers and designers.

Capabilities and Credentials

• Participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.
• Advanced understanding of electrical engineering concepts and ability to effectively communicate ideas to others.
• Requisite knowledge, interpretation, and application of National Electric Code and applicable energy codes.
• Checks the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manages time to meet project budget and schedule.
• Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD; Prefer experience with AGI 32, Visual Lighting Software, ETAP, SKM, Revit (preferred).
• Lead the preparation and coordination of electrical construction drawings, such as: Single line diagrams (SLDs), Power and Lighting Plans, Grounding and Lightning Protection Plans, Elevations, Wiring diagrams, Motor control schematics, Riser diagrams, Installation details, Schedules (panel schedules, cable schedules, etc.).
• Lead the preparation of electrical technical specifications, equipment datasheets, and testing and commissioning plans.
• Lead the coordination of electrical technical specifications and drawings with construction documents and other disciplines.
• Lead the modeling, study, and analysis of power systems (load flow, short circuit, protective device coordination, arc flash, and motor acceleration studies).
• Familiar with design of mine infrastructure, including switch rooms, cabling, and tray systems; power distribution and GPR/charging current assessments; condition assessments and functional testing.
• Experience in process control and instrumentation design for mine services, including material handling, hoisting systems, ventilation, process piping, and industrial building services.
• Recognizes when technical problems are developing and initiates appropriate corrective actions.
• Ability to: Assist in the development of construction bid documents, Bid review, proposal development, and job hour estimates, Develop and build Client relations, Assist with electrical construction, startup, and commissioning field support: client, contractor, and vendor interaction.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineering license is required.
• Eligibility for a Professional Engineering license in the State of Arizona and / or Southwestern US states.
• 15 years of engineering, design, and construction experience in heavy industry or surface or underground mining.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively work and collaborate with a range of internal and external customers.

Office Location and Schedule

• Typical office environment, working with computers and drawings for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to hazards including construction, weather, and industrial operations that may be experienced at the infrastructure facilities.
• Stantec offers flexible work environment. While our preference is for the successful candidate to work from the office at least two days per week, we are open to discussing hybrid work arrangements.
• Location – Arizona, Colorado, Utah
• Willingness to travel to client sites or other Stantec offices (~10% travel).

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Pay Range

• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ, VA Areas: $117,800.00 - $176,800.00 Annually

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law). Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

• Primary Location: United States | AZ | Phoenix
• Other Locations: United States | CO | Denver
• Organization: BC-2554 E&R-US Delivery Center
• Employee Status: Regular
• Business Justification: Replacement
• Travel: Yes
• Schedule: Full time
• Job Posting: 26/06/2026 06:06:08
• Req ID: 1006488

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.