Electrical Engineer I

NEI Electric Power Engineering•Lakewood, CO

8d•$70,000 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for performing engineering design and analysis under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer in a manner that provides the client with a quality deliverable that is on time and within budget.

Requirements

Must be able to legally work in the United States.
BSEE or BSEET from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred.
0+ years of engineering or relevant field experience.
Proficiency with AutoCAD required or can obtain within six (6) months of employment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and other computer software.
A strong command of the English language.
Good written and oral communications skills.
Good interpersonal and people skills.
Interaction primarily with other staff.

Nice To Haves

EIT (or FE national examination) preferred.
Proficiency with and/or knowledge of, power system software such as Aspen, PSSE, ETAP or SKM a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform detailed design of all aspects of 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.
Prepare 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, motor starting, power factor, harmonic analysis, and other related studies.
Employee should create a simple hand checks to quantify the computer aided results.
Develop protective relay settings.
Set, test, wire, and install relaying and control systems.
Program, install, and test SCADA and PLC systems.
Prepare a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including cost estimates, budget reports, proposals, and studies.
Perform equipment and relay field testing and start-up and commissioning services.
Provide field assistance and troubleshooting.
Checking the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy as required.
Understanding and applications of applicable Codes and Standards.
Maintain outstanding company-client relationships.
Maintain high ethical and professional standards within the overall organization.
Expected to work additional time beyond 40 hours/week as required to complete projects, proposals and/or administrative functions.
Attend conferences, training workshops, seminars, regular undergraduate, and graduate classes as appropriate for advancement and as required to maintain quality of work.
Attend safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines.
Other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Career development, training, career coaching, job shadowing and mentoring program.
Tuition reimbursement.
RTD pass
401(k) with Matching
Paid vacation and sick time
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance with 100% employer-paid premium for the employee
Company-paid Basic Life and Long- Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
HSA and PPO options
Flex spending/Cafeteria Plan
Paid holidays
Annual bonus opportunities based upon individual & company performance; additional bonus opportunities for exceptional performance