Electrical Engineer I (Substations)

NEI Electric Power Engineering • Lakewood, CO

134d • $72,000 - $85,000

About The Position

As a mid-level Electrical Engineer in the Utility 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. 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: 1 – 5 years of relevant engineering or field experience.
• Licensure: FE, PE is a plus, but not required.
• Knowledge and familiarity with substation electrical design.
• Experience with AutoCAD is a plus.
• 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.

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.
• 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.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees