Principal Engineer - Engineering Services

Mortenson • Denver, CO

1d • $140,000 - $210,000 • Remote

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking a Principal Engineer in Engineering Services to perform detailed engineering design for multiple high-voltage substation and transmission projects through 500 kV. The role carries a broad scope of advanced engineering assignments requiring extensive knowledge across engineering disciplines, with particular responsibility for relay protection and control engineering. The engineer provides technical leadership across projects at 69 kV and above, solves complex engineering problems, and supports design delivery from early studies through construction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering program.
• At least 15 years of related work experience.
• Experience in the transmission and distribution (T&D) industry.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license expected, or ability to acquire it within six months.
• Strong project management and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of discipline-specific technical designs, QA/QC procedures, and engineering policies.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering principles, business standards, practices, procedures, and product or program requirements.
• Extensive knowledge of software such as ASPEN, ETAP, PSSE, CDEGS, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Primtech.
• Extensive knowledge of system modeling, relay coordination studies, and protective relay settings for systems from 34.5 kV to 500 kV.
• Active listening skills and effective communication, including openness to diverse input and feedback.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans and their intended use.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for relay protection and control engineering aspects of substation and transmission design projects.
• Develop and apply advanced engineering concepts and approaches to unusual or exceptionally complex problems.
• Interface with and present to stakeholders, including customer decision-makers and project teams.
• Provide technical leadership on large and small design projects across scopes of 69 kV and above.
• Collect data and make authoritative decisions and recommendations affecting extensive engineering activities.
• Apply engineering judgment and creativity to anticipate and solve unprecedented engineering problems, organize programs, and develop standards and guides.
• Apply complex engineering skills requiring advanced knowledge.
• Review and approve equipment vendor drawings and sign off on major-equipment manufacturer testing reports.
• Provide engineering support for proposals, estimating, procurement, and construction.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and Design Phase Managers to deliver design projects.
• Mentor, coach, and develop junior team members; lead by example and provide feedback and performance management.
• Assist field personnel in resolving unanticipated site conditions.
• Plan and conduct work requiring judgment in evaluating, selecting, adapting, or modifying standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Conduct detailed project designs aligned with customer requirements and Mortenson standards.
• Verify construction conforms to electrical engineering design drawings, including through preparatory meetings and QA/QC.
• Perform data analysis, calculations, studies, and other advanced engineering tasks to develop preliminary and detailed designs.
• Develop and evaluate technical requirements and standards for fabrication and construction tender packages.
• Maintain extensive contact with engineers and officials at other organizations and companies, using persuasion and negotiation to address critical issues.
• Research engineering and design issues, evaluate alternatives, make recommendations, and present them.
• Build effective working relationships with people of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans, including vision coverage at no additional cost
• Dental plan
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-cost mental health tool and concierge with work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance
• Gym membership discount program
• Eligibility for Mortenson’s incentive plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior