Senior Physical Engineer

NEI Electric Power Engineering, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NEI Electric Power Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Physical Engineer to perform engineering design and analysis under the supervision of a Professional Engineer. The role supports client projects, delivering high-quality work on time and within budget.

The candidate will lead QA/QC activities, train junior staff in physical design of substations and BESS facilities, and develop technical documents while upholding NEI standards. hybrid/remote options and travel expectations apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 5+ years of relevant engineering or field experience.
• FE or PE licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead QA/QC through NEI Quality Assurance Plan and ensure accuracy of designs.
• Train junior engineers and designers in physical design of electrical substations and BESS facilities.
• Prepare technical go-bys, training documents, and enforce technical standards across the department.
• Provide technical leadership on projects, manage scope, budget, and execution, and ensure quality deliverables.

Skills

AutoCAD

MathCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical or Civil Engineering

Tools

None

Job description

Location: Lakewood, CO (local/in-office) or full-time remote candidates.

As a Physical Engineer in the Datacenter group, you will be responsible for performing engineering design and analysis under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer. You will support client projects and provide quality deliverables that are on time and within the defined budget.

What you will do:

• 50% QA / QC work: Implement the NEI Quality Assurance Plan. Check the work of designers, drafters, and engineers for overall quality and accuracy.
• 20% Training: Train junior level engineers and designers in areas of physical design of electrical substations & BESS facilities.
• 20% Writing: Write technical go-bys and training documents. Assist with the creation and enforcement of technical standards across the department.
• Project Engineer: Your primary responsibility will be technical leadership, short-term focus on project scope, budget, and execution, and ensuring technical quality. Consult regularly with the Team Lead on key decisions and activities.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Technical Directors and Team Leads on projects within the department.
• Perform the review of detailed physical engineering for all aspects of electric power substations & BESS facilities including multi-disciplinary coordination.
• Typical design products might include general arrangements, elevation views, site layout, bill of materials, equipment specifications, bus sizing for ampacity and structural requirements, grounding plan and details, and conduit plan and details.
• Review submittals for conformance with (owner, client) specifications and design to meet all required codes.
• Prepare hand and computer-based calculations and models for physical designs.
• Prepare a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including cost estimates, budget reports, and proposals for complex projects.
• Manage deliverables and deadlines to ensure they are submitted on time for both internal QA/QC deadlines and external deadlines to client.
• Ensure that client requirements, specifications, and expectations are being met.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to Team Members.
• Perform occasional field inspection and construction supervision services when needed.
• Check the work of designers, drafters, and engineers for overall quality and accuracy.
• Maintain a strong understanding and comprehension of applicable Codes and Standards.
• Attend conferences, training workshops, seminars, undergraduate, and graduate classes as appropriate for advancement and as required to maintain quality of work.
• Complete safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s in Electrical or Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Experience: 5+ years of relevant engineering or field experience.
• Licensure: FE or PE preferred.
• Skills: Proficiency with AutoCAD, MathCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite. Effective written and oral communication skills. Good interpersonal skills.

Note: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

• Hybrid or fully remote work model depending on location and project needs
• Travel typically ranges from 15–25% and varies by project
• Combination of office-based work and periodic field engagement