Team Lead - Protection & Controls (Utility Substations)

NEI Electric Power Engineering • Lakewood, CO

3d • $100,000 - $150,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Team Lead in the P&C Utility Substations group, you will manage a team comprised of engineers, drafters, designers, and/or technicians. This role will have Utility (IOUs, Municipalities, Co-Ops) project focus. Your primary responsibility will be the accurate, timely, and quality completion of Electrical Engineering scopes assigned to the team. As a P&C Team Lead, you will contribute to the development and refinement of internal processes and workflows that improve quality, consistency, and efficiency across the department. TLs are responsible for promoting, implementing, and reinforcing these processes while serving as a mentor and coach to their team. Team Leads support the professional and technical development of employees, encouraging accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000 / year The salary range above is based upon the Denver, Colorado labor market. This opportunity is available to both local / in-office (Lakewood, CO) and full-time remote candidates.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred
• 8+ years of relevant engineering or field experience
• FE is required, PE is preferred
• Knowledge and familiarity with voltage distribution above 240kV, switchgear, motor control centers, and industrial instrumentation and controls
• Ideally, experience with HB Substations for datacenters
• Proficiency with AutoCAD
• High proficiency with power system software such as DIgSILENT/PowerFactory, EasyPower, ETAP or SKM, CDEGS, and CYMCAP preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and standard computer software
• Proven record of delivering a high standard of quality work with attention to detail
• Ability to develop staff through mentoring and coaching
• A strong command of the English language
• Good interpersonal and people skills
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Nice To Haves

• electric power option preferred
• PE is preferred
• experience with HB Substations for datacenters
• High proficiency with power system software such as DIgSILENT/PowerFactory, EasyPower, ETAP or SKM, CDEGS, and CYMCAP preferred

Responsibilities

• Understands and leads detailed design of all aspects of protection and control packages 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
• Coordinates and analyses computer-based models and perform power system studies on utility 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 to implement in protection and control design packages
• Understands how protective relay settings affects drawing implementation
• Reviews equipment data sheets, manuals, and testing reports for design and approvals as needed
• Seeks opportunities for value engineering and efficiencies in design
• Assigns work to and coordinates work with entry-level engineers, technicians, or administrative staff
• Reviews and verifies the work of engineers, designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy
• Manages and supports employee development and growth through individualized development plans
• 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
• Provides field assistance, troubleshooting, and observation reports
• Maintains professional understanding of all applicable Codes and Standards, and construction practices
• Maintains strong and responsive Company-Client relationships, particularly for communication pertaining to specific assignments and meeting topics
• Maintains high ethical and professional standards
• Works additional time beyond 40 hours/week to complete projects, proposals and/or administrative functions, as required
• Attends conferences, training workshops, seminars, regular undergraduate, and graduate classes as appropriate for advancement and as required to maintain quality of work
• 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
• Attends safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines
• Other job-related responsibilities 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
• Career development, training, and coaching opportunities
• Pet insurance

What This Job Offers

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