Senior Electrical Engineer (Oil & Gas)

NEI Electric Power Engineering • Lakewood, CO

4d • $125,000 - $175,000 • Remote

About The Position

As a Senior Electrical Engineer in the Oil & Gas group, you will be 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. The salary range is $125,000 - $175,000 per year, based upon the Denver, Colorado labor market. This opportunity is only available to candidates located within the Odessa/Midland, TX area. Candidates can work remotely from this geographical location.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred
• 7+ years of relevant engineering or field experience
• FE is required
• Knowledge and familiarity with medium and low voltage distribution
• Base knowledge of Protection & Control Schemes
• Knowledge and familiarity with substation electrical design
• Proficiency with power system studies software such as PSSE, PSCAD, ETAP, SKM
• Previous experience coordinating and managing projects with key clients, customers, contractors and others
• Familiarity with the Oil & Gas market sector
• Assist with client contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments and meetings both remotely and in-person
• Possesses effective written and oral communications skills
• Good interpersonal and people skills
• Self-starter with strong initiative
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
• Must be able to lift 25lbs.

Nice To Haves

• PE preferred
• PE preferred

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 as they relate to Substations and other power projects
• 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 check to quantify the computer aided results.
• Develop protective relay settings.
• Set, test, wire, and install relaying and control systems.
• Prepare a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including cost estimates, budget reports, proposals, and studies.
• Assist with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) as well as other commissioning activities
• Provide occasional field assistance and troubleshooting
• Checking the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy as required
• Assists with client contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments and meetings in-person and remotely
• Supports business development via Seller-Doer, assists with marketing tasks, and prepares proposals as needed
• Assists with establishing and managing engineering budget and scope expectations.
• Prepare technical write-up for applicable change orders
• Reviews submittals for conformance with client specifications and design
• Attends safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines
• Works additional time beyond 40 hours/week to complete projects, proposals and/or administrative functions, as required
• Maintains strong and responsive Company-Client relationships, particularly for communication pertaining to specific assignments and meeting topics
• Attends conferences, training workshops, seminars, regular undergraduate, and graduate classes as appropriate for advancement and as required to maintain quality of work
• Maintains high ethical and professional standards while showing strong judgement
• Maintains professional understanding of all applicable Codes and Standards, and construction practices
• Reviews and verifies the work of engineers, designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy
• Provides field assistance, troubleshooting, and observation reports
• Checking the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy as required
• 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 Time Off
• 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: Senior