Senior Electrical Engineer (Mission Critical) (62957)

NEI Electric Power Engineering; Lakewood (CO); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

NEI Electric Power Engineering is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer for the Mission Critical Substations group to perform design and analysis under the supervision of a Professional Engineer. You will support client projects with high-quality deliverables on time and within budget.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years of experience, and familiarity with power systems and AutoCAD. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology (electric power option preferred).
• 5+ years of relevant engineering or field experience.
• FE licensure is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of power systems.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs detailed design on substation electrical power systems (one-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, grounding, equipment specs).
• Prepares models and power system studies (short circuit, load flow, relay coordination, arc flash, harmonics).
• Develops protective relay settings.
• Produces cost estimates, budgets, proposals, and studies.
• Provides field assistance and troubleshooting.
• Checks work of designers and field personnel for quality and accuracy.

Skills

Electrical power systems

AutoCAD

Written & verbal comms

Teamwork

FE license preferred

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Remote or Lakewood CO - Lakewood, CO 80215

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 Salary/year

Travel Percentage: Typical: 11 - 25%

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Engineering

About the Position

As an Electrical Engineer in the Mission Critical Substations group, you will be responsible for performing engineering design and analysis under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer. You will be responsible for supporting client projects and providing a quality deliverable that is on time and within the defined budget.

Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000 / year

Essential Responsibilities

• Performs detailed design on all aspects of substation electrical power systems to include 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
• Prepares computer-based models and perform power system studies on utility and industrial/commercial electrical power transmission and distribution systems, including short circuit, load flow, relay coordination, arc flash, power factor, harmonic analysis, and other related studies. Employee should create simple hand checks to quantify the computer aided results
• Develops protective relay settings.
• Prepares a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including cost estimates, budget reports, proposals, and studies
• Provides field assistance and troubleshooting
• Checks the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy as required
• Understands the applications of relevant Codes and Standards
• Assists with client contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments and meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Must Have

• Education: Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred
• Experience: 5+ years of relevant engineering or field experience
• Licensure: FE is preferred but not required
• Knowledge and familiarity of power systems
• Experience with AutoCAD
• Possesses effective written and oral communications skills
• Good interpersonal and people skills
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Working Conditions

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

Travel:
Typical: 10 – 25%

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 six straight years (2020 - 2025), 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.

Team Member Benefits

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. Out comprehensive benefits package includes: