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Dc 3Rd Class Engineer Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Controls Engineer

Lakewood, CO · On-site

$83K - $108K/yr

Utilize a class-based approach in overall design to maximize scalability and standardization across ... Integrate 3rd party equipment and systems using protocols such as OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, and Modbus

This role will focus on design management and oversight of third-party engineering firms supporting ... class technical expertise focused on EPC and design-build delivery of industrial projects in ...

Protection & Controls Engineer

Denver, CO · Hybrid

$85K - $111K/yr

Design protection and control systems including single-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, and wiring ... best-of-class companies throughout the United States. Since 1994, RCS recruits top talent for ...

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Manufacturing Engineer I

Boulder, CO

$75K - $97K/yr

... Added Services through CLASS (Competency Leveraged Advanced Staffing & Solutions) Permanent ... 3rd year strongly preferred GPA of 3.0 or above Effective in setting priorities and goals while ...

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How much do dc 3rd class engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for dc 3rd class engineer in Colorado is $100,731.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,200.00 and $122,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a DC 3rd Class Engineer?

A DC 3rd Class Engineer is a licensed professional responsible for operating and maintaining boilers, engines, and other mechanical equipment in facilities such as power plants or large buildings. The '3rd Class' designation typically refers to the level of license or certification required, which allows them to work with specific types or sizes of equipment under certain regulations. Their duties often include monitoring systems, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring all equipment runs safely and efficiently. They usually work under the supervision of more senior engineers. This role is essential for the continuous and safe operation of large-scale mechanical systems.

What does a DC 3rd Class Engineer do?

As a DC 3rd Class Engineer, your daily responsibilities often include monitoring and maintaining building systems such as HVAC, boilers, and electrical equipment. You'll perform regular inspections, conduct preventative maintenance, and respond promptly to service calls or equipment malfunctions. Collaboration with other engineering team members and facility staff is common to ensure smooth operations. Additionally, accurate documentation of maintenance activities and adherence to safety protocols are essential parts of the role.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a DC 3rd Class Engineer?

To thrive as a DC 3rd Class Engineer, you need a solid understanding of mechanical systems, boiler operations, and basic electrical knowledge, usually backed by a 3rd Class Engineer license or equivalent certification. Familiarity with control systems, maintenance management software, and safety protocols is commonly required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are essential soft skills in this role. Mastering these abilities ensures the safe and efficient operation of equipment, regulatory compliance, and minimizes downtime in industrial or facility settings.

What is the difference between Dc 3Rd Class Engineer vs Dc 2Nd Class Engineer?

AspectDc 3Rd Class EngineerDc 2Nd Class Engineer
CertificationsRequires a 3rd Class Engineer LicenseRequires a 2nd Class Engineer License
Work EnvironmentMaintains and operates machinery in ships or facilitiesHandles more complex systems, supervises 3rd Class Engineers
ResponsibilitiesAssists in machinery operation and maintenanceOversees 3rd Class Engineers, manages systems

The main difference between a Dc 3Rd Class Engineer and a Dc 2Nd Class Engineer lies in their certification requirements and responsibilities. A Dc 2Nd Class Engineer has a higher license, enabling them to oversee more complex machinery and supervise lower-class engineers. Both roles are essential in maritime and industrial settings, but the 2nd Class Engineer holds greater authority and technical expertise.

Infographic showing various Dc 3Rd Class Engineer job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,731 per year, or $48.4 per hour.

Associate Electrical Engineer - Buildings

WSP

Denver, CO

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Associate Electrical/Architectural Engineer for our Denver, CO office.

Be involved in projects with our Property & Buildings Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.

At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

Provides technical assistance and guidance for the due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects in the public and private sector.  Assist with the research, design, concept development, and construction of transmission and distribution substations, power distribution, power regulation, renewable energy, as well as protection and control systems in a wide variety of contexts (utilities, transportation, building, and Federal, State, and local government projects).  Generates accurate and concise reports and documentation regarding material, installations, component, and construction specifications.  Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

Your Impact

  • Collect, compile, and analyze data relating to substation components, equipment specifications for procurement package development and pricing, IFR/IRC design and review processes, and IEEE/NESC Standards/NERC regulations for design work.     

  • Assist in reviewing third-party design documents, procurement lists, and project plans.

  • Perform professional electrical engineering work relating to the design of single line, three line, wiring diagrams, general arrangement, substation layout and bus arrangement, grounding grid design and lightning protection in conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits. 

  • Participate in incorporating future-ready techniques, concept development, operating strategies, and various design requirements with equipment sizing and cabling, AC/DC panel design, and conduit and trenching design strategies that account for the safety and functionality of end-users, systems, and infrastructure.

  • Support senior engineers with research and recommendations of fundamental components identified in design requirements, as well as field equipment applications and operations.

  • Verify the characteristics of a site, providing technical assistance on various engineering, design, testing maintenance modifications, and construction procedures and issues. 

  • Develop electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, feeder sizing, voltage drop, grounding, lighting circuits and controls, facility and electrical service, and power distribution.

  • Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, sketches, calculations, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses.

  • Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.

  • Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team of engineers, planners, scientific, and construction professionals to execute project work, assist with laying out installations, calculating costs and quantities of material/equipment/labor, and ensuring project work conforms with specifications, permit applications, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos.

  • Assist with development and scoping of small- to medium-sized projects.

  • Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and presentations that explain research and findings to improve, prevent, control, restore, or address design and/or electrical engineering issues or problems. 

  • Conduct engineering studies and surveys to gain further information on a particular design and construction problem or issue and/or to plan for future needs.

  • Assist in the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of data obtained during field investigations, offering input with developing action plans for low to mid-level risk mitigation activities.

  • Assist in the preparation and implementation of site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).  

  • Work collaboratively with other engineers and disciplines on projects with electrical infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects.

  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

  • 1 to 3 years of relevant post education experience in an electrical engineering or prior electrical design experience

  • Knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues. 

  • Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management, including rehabilitation and new design.

  • Ability to coordinate with agency regulators and understand requirements.

  • Knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.

  • Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.

  • Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.

  • Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.

  • Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.

  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.

  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

  • Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

  • Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's Degree in Engineering. 

  • Engineer in Training Certification.

  • Essential Professional Licensure/Certification.

  • Prior Design Experience on Healthcare related projects

WSP Benefits:  

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.  

Compensation: 

Expected Salary (Colorado only): $76,200- $104,720

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law. 

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About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand.  Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service. 


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