Team Lead - Renewable Studies

Nei-Electric-Power-Engineering,-Inc.-1; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid premiums

401(k) with matching

Paid vacation and sick leave

Bonus programs

Job summary

NEI Electric Power Engineering seeks a Team Lead for the Renewables Studies group to manage a team of engineers focused on power systems modeling for Solar, BESS, Wind, and Substation design. You will mentor staff, oversee study execution, and ensure quality and timely delivery of scopes while coordinating with stakeholders.

You will act as primary client contact, provide regulatory compliance services, and assist with proposals, cost estimates, and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• 5+ years of relevant engineering or field experience.
• FE certification is required; PE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage detailed electrical studies for renewable facilities (short circuit, load flow, harmonics, transient studies).
• Provide coaching and mentorship to team members and conduct QA/QC reviews.
• Serve as primary client contact for renewables project scope and communications.
• Prepare project documents, cost estimates, and budget reports with the group director.

Skills

Power system modeling

Mentorship

Client communication

QA/QC

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PowerFactory

ETAP

SKM Power Tools

PSSe

PSLF

CDEGS

PSCAD

Job description

About the PositionAs a Team Lead in the Renewables Studies group, you will be responsible for managing a team comprised of engineers responsible for power systems modelling and analysis. A Team Lead’s primary responsibility will be the accurate, timely, and quality completion of electrical engineering scopes assigned to the team. This will include coordinating with both internal and external project stakeholders to ensure project alignment. Team Leads will be a mentor and coach to team members helping them grow individually as professionals. The Team Lead will be accountable for the financial, schedule and quality of projects assigned to their teams and work completed by their team members.Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000 / yearThe salary range above is based upon the Denver, Colorado labor market.This opportunity is available to both local / in-office (Lakewood, CO) and full-time remote candidates.Essential ResponsibilitiesPerforms and manages detailed electrical studies primarily for renewable facilities that encompass the plan power system in support of the Solar, BESS, Wind and Substation design teams (Short Circuit, Load Flow, Harmonics, Loss & Transient Over-Voltage to name a few)Provides coaching and mentorship for their team members, ensuring that team members are developing professionally and that their career goals are being metConduct reviews and QA/QC for electrical studies in support of design teamsServe as a primary client contact for communication pertaining to renewable studies project scope assigned to you and your team.Provide regulatory compliance services (PRC/MOD) for all project design phases from conceptual design through project testing and commissionPrepares a variety of documents and reports associated with projects includingassisting the group director with proposals cost estimates, and budget reportsMay occasionally assist with performing equipment, control system, communications, troubleshooting, and relay field testing and start-up and commissioning servicesMaintains a strong understanding and applications of applicable Codes and StandardsSupport group Technical Consultants in establishing study templates, methodologies, and best practices for electrical system studiesServe as SME’s for study software related questions and troubleshootingMaintains high ethical and professional standardsAttends conferences, training workshops, seminars, regular undergraduate, andgraduate classes as appropriate for advancement and as required to maintain quality ofwork.Attends safety training and follow safety rules and guidelinesOther job-related responsibilities as assignedMust HaveEducation: Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferredExperience: 5+ years of relevant engineering or field experienceLicensure: FE is required, PE is preferredProficiency in power system modeling software such as:Steady State software: (PowerFactory; ETAP; Nice to have: SKM Power Tools; Easypower; Aspen; Windmil)System Protection & Arc Flash software: (ETAP; Power Factory; Nice to have: CAPE, Aspen, SKM Power Tools; Easy Power)Grounding software: (CDEGS; WinIGS)Interconnection & Dynamic Modeling: (PSSe, PSLF)Cable Ampacity software: (Cymcap)Transient Studies software: (PSCAD)Possesses effective written and oral communications skillsGood interpersonal and people skillsApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basisWorking ConditionsWork Environment:Work is performed in an office setting, and some field work may be requiredTravel:Typical: 15 – 25%Physical Activities:Must be able to lift 25lbs.About NEI Electric Power EngineeringServing Others. Enriching Environment. Improving Continually. Quality Results. Voted as a top workplace by the Denver Post for three straight years (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023), 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, both 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 BenefitsWe 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. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:100% Employer paid team member premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, and Long-Term DisabilityVoluntary Life Insurance401(k) with employer matching; 100% immediate vestingAnnual & discretionary bonus programsPaid vacation and sick timeEmployer paid licensure (FE/PE), certifications, seminars, & conferencesPaid parental leaveTuition reimbursementEight (8) paid holidays including a floating holiday to use at your discretionAnnual Team BuildingHybrid work environment with remote flexibilityCareer development, training, and coaching opportunitiesPet insuranceNEI Electric Power Engineering participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your completed Form I-9 to confirm your work authorization in the United States.