Associate Principal Engineer - Mission Critical Substations

NEI Electric Power Engineering•Lakewood, CO

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

As an Associate Principal Engineer in the Mission Critical Substations group, you will function as a subject matter expert working on NEIs most complex projects and tasks. This position will have a high level of autonomy and involve leadership, mentoring, and engineering responsibilities. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment helping with QA/QC and establishing / enforcing best practices and procedures. Salary Range: $100,000 - $175,000 / year The 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.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred
Experience: 7+ years of relevant engineering or field experience
Licensure: PE
A strong written and verbal command of the English language
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Professional, articulate, and able to exercise good independent judgement and discretion
Highly organized, motivated self-starter
Proven record of delivering a high standard of quality work with attention to detail
Comfortable working with limited information to create system designs and plans
Flexible and able to adapt to a fast-paced environment with a quickly growing team
Good interpersonal communication and relationship-building skills; ability to interact successfully at all levels of the organization; high emotional intelligence
Ability to develop staff through mentoring and coaching
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Responsibilities

Works closely with Technical Directors and the Vice President, acting as a subject matter expert on the most complex projects and tasks within the Mission Critical department
Spearheads the creation and implementation of standards and provides technical leadership and guidance for QA/QC on substation engineering projects
Acts as a subject matter expect overseeing the technical quality of projects
Works closely with the Technical Director on technical development within the group
Performs or reviews detailed design of all aspects of Utility Substation Electrical Power Systems 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 or reviews computer-based models and performs power system studies on utility and industrial/commercial electrical power transmission and distribution systems including short circuit, load flow, relay coordination, arc flash, collection system grounding, harmonic analysis, and other related studies
Acts as the Client primary technical point of contact for Mission Critical Electrical on assigned projects
Review’s equipment data sheets, manuals, and testing reports for design and approvals
Seek opportunities for value engineering and efficiencies in design
Reviews and verifies the work of engineers, designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy
Reviews submittals for conformance with client specifications and design
Supports business development via Seller-Doer, assists with marketing tasks, and prepares proposals as needed
Provides field assistance, troubleshooting, and observation reports
Maintains professional understanding of all applicable Codes and Standards, and construction practices
Maintains strong and responsive Company-Client relationships, particularly for communication pertaining to specific assignments and meeting topics
Maintains high ethical and professional standards
Works additional time beyond 40 hours/week to complete projects, proposals and/or administrative functions, as required
The technical consultant is responsible for meeting with new and perspective clients, assisting the Business Development team to showcase company capability and thought leadership.
Communicates and helps craft latest industry technical trends, rules/regulations, ISO/TO/GO requirements for large load facilities
Attend technical conferences and develop technical industry content including white papers. Strong preference for someone to be involved in industry committees.
Attends safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines
Other job-related responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

100% Employer paid team member premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
Voluntary Life Insurance
401(k) with employer matching; 100% immediate vesting
Annual & discretionary bonus programs
Paid vacation and sick time
Employer paid licensure (FE/PE), certifications, seminars, & conferences
Paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Eight (8) paid holidays including a floating holiday to use at your discretion
Annual Team Building
Hybrid work environment with remote flexibility
Career development, training, and coaching opportunities
Pet insurance