Entry Level Electrical Engineer Utilities Jobs in Colorado

AsaElectricalEngineerin theCommercial & Industrialgroup,you willbe responsible forperforming engineering design and analysis under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer in a manner that provides the client with a qualitydeliverablethat is on time and within budget.

Salary Range:$75,000 - $110,000 / year

The salary range above is based upon the Denver, Colorado labor market.

This opportunity isavailable to bothlocal / in-office(Lakewood, CO) andfull-time remotecandidates.

• 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.

• 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, harmonicanalysisand other related studies. Employeeshould create asimple hand checksto quantify the computer aided results.

• Develop protective relay settings. Set, test, wire, and install relaying and control systems.

• Program, install, and test SCADA and PLC systems.

• Prepare a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including cost estimates, budget reports, proposals, and studies.

• Perform equipment and relay field testing and start-up and commissioning services.

• Provide fieldassistanceand troubleshooting.

• Checking the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel forgeneral qualityand accuracy asrequired.

• Understanding and applications of applicable Codes and Standards.

• Other duties as assigned

• Education:Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technologyfrom an accredited institution, electric poweroptionpreferred

• Experience:0- 5years of relevant engineering or field experience

• Licensure:FEispreferred

• Knowledge and familiarity with medium andhigh voltage power systems

• Proficiencywith AutoCAD.

• Power system modeling software such asEasyPower,ETAPor SKM.

• Interaction with clients, customers,contractorsand others.

• Assistwith client contacts and communicationpertaining tospecific assignments and meetings

• Possesses effective written and oral communications skills

• Good interpersonal and people skills

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Work Environment:Work is performed in an office setting and some field work is also required

Travel:Typical: 15 - 25%

Physical Activities:Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Managerial Responsibilities:Team Memberis responsible formanaging their own work schedule with input fromtheirsupervisor and completing assigned tasks.Team Membershouldidentifydiscrepancies in assigned work and bring to attention of supervisor or engineer responsible for the projectin a timely manner.Team Member's work product should be self-checked in a manner that is suitable for review by the supervisor or engineer responsible for the project.

Serving Others.EnrichingEnvironment. Improving Continually. Quality Results. Voted as a top workplace by the Denver Postfor six straight years (2020 - 2025), our values have been woven into the fabric of who we are since 1982, guiding our decision making throughout the years. As an engineering services firm, NEI's mission is to create a great organizationthat serves people and solves problems.

Since NEI's founding, we have developed a culture of collaborationand accountability,both across our teams and departments, and externally with our clients across the United States. We believe in two core ideas: hiring great people and celebrating our teammembers withdiversebackgroundsand unique experiences; bringing in new, unique, and exciting perspectives that can only strengthenNEI as we chart out path into the future.

We are a proud equal opportunityemployer,and we do not discriminateon the basis ofrace, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status,martialstatus, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.

We believe that taking care of our team members is of theutmostimportance.We strive to foster a community of belonging, professional development, and industry involvement; providing our team with the benefits, tools, and support systems to excel in their roles. Out comprehensive benefits package includes:

• 100% Employer paid team member premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability

• Voluntary Life Insurance

• 401(k) with employer match; 100% immediate vesting

• Annual & discretionary bonus programs

• Paid time off

• Employerpaidlicensure (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 budget

• Remote or in office work environment

• Career development, training, and coaching opportunities

• Pet insurance

NEI Electric Power Engineeringparticipatesin E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your completed Form I-9 to confirm your work authorization in the United States.