Senior Electrical Engineer

MESA POWER SOLUTIONS LLC • Loveland, CO

5d • $159,000 - $175,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Mesa Power Solutions is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to serve as a core technical authority for industrial power generation, paralleling switchgear systems, and complex microgrid architectures. The role owns end-to-end electrical design integrity, short-circuit protection coordination, and control architecture for high-reliability power systems deployed nationwide. It leads advanced system modeling and power system studies, oversees low- and medium-voltage control system integration, and provides technical guidance on grid interconnection and regulatory compliance.

The position leads electrical engineering projects from concept through commissioning, including utility-scale and industrial power projects. It coordinates with engineering, production, field, civil, mechanical, and operations teams; supports construction, commissioning, troubleshooting, and performance verification; and communicates with clients, utilities, and regulatory agencies. The engineer also provides technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers, drafters, and field personnel. The position is based at Mesa Power Solutions’ Loveland, Colorado headquarters. The work environment is generally office-based, with field work and site visits under varying environmental conditions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university.
• At least 5 years of experience directly related to electrical and power engineering, or a Power PE.
• At least 4 years of experience with SCADA systems and integration of protective relays, PLCs, and communication protocols such as DNP3, IEC 61850, and Modbus.
• At least 3 years of previous work experience with regulated electric utilities, municipal power providers, or large industrial facilities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of electrical power generation, transmission, and distribution systems up to 230 kV or higher.
• In-depth understanding of protection and control systems, including relay settings, logic design, and SCADA integration.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 70, IEEE standards, NFPA 70E, and applicable electrical codes and utility regulations.
• Ability to interpret and develop single-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Understanding of construction methods, commissioning procedures, and operational practices for utility-scale power systems.
• Proficiency with power system analysis tools for load flow, short-circuit, arc-flash, and coordination studies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex electrical and control-system troubleshooting.
• Project management skills, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource coordination across multiple projects.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting, client interaction, and regulatory correspondence.
• Ability to mentor and train junior engineers, technicians, and field staff.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and drafting tools such as AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Ability to lead projects from conceptual design through commissioning with minimal supervision.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines while maintaining project timelines and budgets.
• Ability to perform field work, including site assessments, inspections, and troubleshooting under varying environmental conditions.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and apply complex electrical codes, standards, and utility specifications.
• Ability to adapt to evolving project requirements, regulatory changes, and technological advancements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining focus on safety, quality, and productivity.
• Must be able to fluently speak, write, and read English.
• Willingness to consent to and pass a background check and drug screening.
• Must be able to pass a WorkSTEPS physical.
• Must use required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Nice To Haves

• Graduate degree in electrical and power engineering from an accredited university.
• At least 8 years of electrical engineering experience focused on utility-scale or industrial power systems.
• PE license.
• Honorably discharged service veteran.
• Familiarity with renewable integration, microgrids, and distributed energy resources (DER) in utility networks.
• Proficiency with ETAP, SKM PowerTools, CYME, or PSCAD.
• Strong knowledge of protection and control, substation design, and transmission and distribution systems up to 230 kV or higher.
• In-depth familiarity with NFPA 70, IEEE, NFPA 70E, and utility interconnection requirements.
• Proven track record managing multiple projects from conception to energization within budget and schedule.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and develop junior engineers and technical staff.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration with clients, regulatory agencies, and internal teams.
• Field commissioning and troubleshooting experience with switchgear, transformers, and protection devices.
• Working knowledge of utility asset management and maintenance programs.
• Safety-focused mindset with OSHA or NFPA 70E compliance training.

Responsibilities

• Lead power system studies, including short-circuit analysis, arc-flash mitigation, load flow, and protective relay coordination.
• Design low- and medium-voltage power distribution systems, industrial generator packaging, and paralleling switchgear assemblies.
• Oversee development and integration of control architectures, including generator controls, site-level PLC logic, and monitoring systems.
• Coordinate engineering input for grid-interconnection studies and synchronization between distributed power systems and utility networks.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards, including NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE, and UL requirements.
• Manage technical workstreams across engineering, production, and field teams.
• Diagnose complex electrical, mechanical, and control-system anomalies during factory testing, validation, and field implementation.
• Lead project design from concept through commissioning, including preparation of specifications, drawings, and material lists.
• Coordinate project schedules, budgets, and deliverables with civil, mechanical, operations, and other cross-functional teams.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and training to junior engineers, drafters, and field personnel on power systems and safety practices.
• Conduct site visits for construction support, commissioning, troubleshooting, and performance verification.
• Interface with clients, utilities, and regulatory agencies to answer technical questions, provide updates, and resolve design or operational issues.
• Respond to operational issues, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions for system disturbances or equipment failures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, parental leave, and bereavement.
• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their dependents.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Critical illness and accident insurance.
• Annual evaluations with the opportunity for a performance-based pay increase.

What This Job Offers

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