Electrical Engineer - Protection & Controls Location : Minneapolis, MN, Fargo, ND, Denver, CO, or ... Substation Design Overview: This position is responsible for the technical control design on a ...
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Electrical Engineer - Protection & Controls Location : Minneapolis, MN, Fargo, ND, Denver, CO, or ... Substation Design Overview: This position is responsible for the technical control design on a ...
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Electrical Engineer - Protection & Controls Location : Minneapolis, MN, Fargo, ND, Denver, CO, or ... Substation Design Overview: This position is responsible for the technical control design on a ...
Aurora, CO · On-site
$77K - $118K/yr
... engineers and other designers involved in high and extra high voltage substation design ... Substation Electrical Equipment Plans * Substation Section Views (Elevations) * Substation Detailed ...
Aurora, CO · On-site
$77K - $118K/yr
... engineers and other designers involved in high and extra high voltage substation design ... Substation Electrical Equipment Plans * Substation Section Views (Elevations) * Substation Detailed ...
Denver, CO · On-site
$76.20 - $104.72/hr
Associate Electrical/Architectural Engineer - Denver, CO office Be involved in projects with our ... Collect, compile, and analyze data on substation components, equipment specifications for ...
Denver, CO · On-site
$76.20 - $104.72/hr
Associate Electrical/Architectural Engineer - Denver, CO office Be involved in projects with our ... Collect, compile, and analyze data on substation components, equipment specifications for ...
Aurora, CO · Hybrid
$77K - $118K/yr
... engineers and other designers involved in high and extra high voltage substation design ... Substation Electrical Equipment Plans * Substation Section Views (Elevations) * Substation Detailed ...
Aurora, CO · Hybrid
$77K - $118K/yr
... engineers and other designers involved in high and extra high voltage substation design ... Substation Electrical Equipment Plans * Substation Section Views (Elevations) * Substation Detailed ...
Aurora, CO · Hybrid
$77K - $118K/yr
... engineers and other designers involved in high and extra high voltage substation design ... Substation Electrical Equipment Plans * Substation Section Views (Elevations) * Substation Detailed ...
Aurora, CO · Hybrid
$77K - $118K/yr
... engineers and other designers involved in high and extra high voltage substation design ... Substation Electrical Equipment Plans * Substation Section Views (Elevations) * Substation Detailed ...
Denver, CO · On-site
$70 - $90/hr
Associate Electrical Engineer - Buildings WSP is currently initiating a search for an Associate ... Your Impact Collect, compile, and analyze data relating to substation components, equipment ...
Denver, CO · On-site
$70 - $90/hr
Associate Electrical Engineer - Buildings WSP is currently initiating a search for an Associate ... Your Impact Collect, compile, and analyze data relating to substation components, equipment ...
Lakewood, CO · On-site
... substation layout and bus arrangement, grounding grid design and lightning protection in ... Familiarity with relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations ...
Lakewood, CO · On-site
... substation layout and bus arrangement, grounding grid design and lightning protection in ... Familiarity with relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations ...
Lakewood, CO · On-site
... substation layout and bus arrangement, grounding grid design and lightning protection in ... Familiarity with relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations ...
Lakewood, CO · On-site
... substation layout and bus arrangement, grounding grid design and lightning protection in ... Familiarity with relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations ...
Centennial, CO · On-site
$60 - $80/hr
Substation Commissioning Engineer We are seeking an experienced Substation Commissioning Engineer ... Interpret and work with three-phase electrical systems to assess readiness and functionality.
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Centennial, CO · On-site
$60 - $80/hr
Substation Commissioning Engineer We are seeking an experienced Substation Commissioning Engineer ... Interpret and work with three-phase electrical systems to assess readiness and functionality.
Your Impact * Collect, compile, and analyze data relating to substation components, equipment ... Perform professional electrical engineering work relating to the design of single line, three line ...
Your Impact * Collect, compile, and analyze data relating to substation components, equipment ... Perform professional electrical engineering work relating to the design of single line, three line ...
Englewood, CO · On-site
$85K - $186K/yr
Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is a leading power engineering consultant firm that provides ... ECI has immediate openings for substation design engineers of all experience levels.
Englewood, CO · On-site
$85K - $186K/yr
Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is a leading power engineering consultant firm that provides ... ECI has immediate openings for substation design engineers of all experience levels.
Englewood, CO · On-site
$85K - $186K/yr
Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is a leading power engineering consultant firm that provides ... ECI has immediate openings for substation design engineers of all experience levels.
Englewood, CO · On-site
$85K - $186K/yr
Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is a leading power engineering consultant firm that provides ... ECI has immediate openings for substation design engineers of all experience levels.
Denver, CO · On-site
$165K - $190K/yr
The ideal candidate will have a degree in electrical engineering, with extensive experience in performing the detailed design of high voltage substation projects. What You'll Do * Review of Vendor ...
Denver, CO · On-site
$165K - $190K/yr
The ideal candidate will have a degree in electrical engineering, with extensive experience in performing the detailed design of high voltage substation projects. What You'll Do * Review of Vendor ...
Perform electrical engineering and design activities for industrial, utility, and oil & gas ... Support substation, relay, and protection-related engineering activities, including relay ...
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Perform electrical engineering and design activities for industrial, utility, and oil & gas ... Support substation, relay, and protection-related engineering activities, including relay ...
Fort Collins, CO · On-site +1
$92K - $125K/yr
The role - what you'll do Barr is seeking a substation physical design engineer to join our electrical engineering team. In this hybrid role, you will support the Engineering and Design business unit ...
Fort Collins, CO · On-site +1
$92K - $125K/yr
The role - what you'll do Barr is seeking a substation physical design engineer to join our electrical engineering team. In this hybrid role, you will support the Engineering and Design business unit ...
Denver, CO · On-site
$165 - $190/hr
The ideal candidate will have a degree in electrical engineering, with extensive experience in performing the detailed design of high voltage substation projects. What You'll Do * Review of Vendor ...
Denver, CO · On-site
$165 - $190/hr
The ideal candidate will have a degree in electrical engineering, with extensive experience in performing the detailed design of high voltage substation projects. What You'll Do * Review of Vendor ...
Englewood, CO · On-site
$85K - $186K/yr
Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is a leading power engineering consultant firm that provides ... ECI has immediate openings for substation design engineers of all experience levels.
Englewood, CO · On-site
$85K - $186K/yr
Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is a leading power engineering consultant firm that provides ... ECI has immediate openings for substation design engineers of all experience levels.
Denver, CO · On-site
$165K/yr
The ideal candidate will have a degree in electrical engineering, with extensive experience in performing the detailed design of high voltage substation projects. What You'll Do * Review of Vendor ...
Denver, CO · On-site
$165K/yr
The ideal candidate will have a degree in electrical engineering, with extensive experience in performing the detailed design of high voltage substation projects. What You'll Do * Review of Vendor ...
Denver, CO · On-site +1
$92K - $125K/yr
The role - what you'll do Barr is seeking a substation physical design engineer to join our electrical engineering team. In this hybrid role, you will support the Engineering and Design business unit ...
Denver, CO · On-site +1
$92K - $125K/yr
The role - what you'll do Barr is seeking a substation physical design engineer to join our electrical engineering team. In this hybrid role, you will support the Engineering and Design business unit ...
Denver, CO · On-site
$165K - $190K/yr
The ideal candidate will have a degree in electrical engineering, with extensive experience in performing the detailed design of high voltage substation projects. * Review of Vendor documentation and ...
Denver, CO · On-site
$165K - $190K/yr
The ideal candidate will have a degree in electrical engineering, with extensive experience in performing the detailed design of high voltage substation projects. * Review of Vendor documentation and ...
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| Aspect | Substation Electrical Engineer | Power Systems Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, PE license often preferred | Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, PE license common |
| Work Environment | Design, develop, and maintain electrical substations | Analyze and optimize electrical power systems and grid integration |
| Industry Usage | Utilities, power generation, transmission companies | Utilities, consulting firms, energy sector |
Substation Electrical Engineers focus on designing and maintaining electrical substations, while Power Systems Engineers analyze and optimize entire electrical grids. Both roles require similar credentials and often work within the same industry, but their specific responsibilities differ based on scope and focus.
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$130K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement
Re-posted 6 days ago
Title: Electrical Engineer - Protection & Controls
Location: Minneapolis, MN, Fargo, ND, Denver, CO, or San Antonio, TX
Hire Type: Direct
Compensation: $130K
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K,ect
Must have Skill Set: Substation Design
Overview:
This position is responsible for the technical control design on a broad range of detailed engineering designs for high voltage substation projects through 500 kV.Candidate will be responsible for working closely with other engineering and design team members to coordinate overall design package and requirements. They will be responsible for performing a broad scope of engineering assignments of moderate difficulty requiring knowledge in engineering-related disciplines. With some technical oversite, the engineer will learn to evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria by using judgment in making adaptations and modifications and providing interpretations and conclusions with support from other Engineers.
Hiring Locations: Minneapolis, MN, Fargo, ND, Denver, CO, or San Antonio, TX offices
RESPONSIBILITIES
· Responsible for the relay protection & control engineering aspects on substation and transmission design projects.
· Duties include one line design, schematic design, panel elevations, wiring diagrams, and system troubleshooting.
· Review and approve equipment vendor drawings on major equipment from manufacturers with Lead Engineer or Manager review and approval.
· Intermediate understanding of discipline specific technical designs, engineering principles, business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.
· Works independently with high level direction from Engineering Lead, Principal Engineer, or Engineering Manager.
· Provide engineering support for proposals, estimating, procurement and construction.
· Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and Design Phase Managers to successfully deliver design projects.
· Provides technical support to personnel/cross functional teams supporting the assigned project by performing moderate level engineering calculations, data analysis, and engineering tasks.
· Assist field personnel in resolving unanticipated site conditions.
· Strong analytical problem-solving skills.
· Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and Mortenson QA/QC procedures.
· Creates detailed designs aligned with our customer requirements and Mortenson’s best practice standards.
· Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, and adaptation or modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
· Review of engineering work produces a first-time review rate of documents at 75% correct.
· Performs data analysis and engineering tasks,calculations and studies to develop preliminary and detailed designsfor completion of large and small projects.
· Develops, under supervision, the technical requirements and standards for fabrication and construction tender packages.
· Has basic knowledge of software packages: ASPEN, ETAP, PSSE, CDEGS, is desirable but not required.
· Previous experience with relay settings desirable but not required
· Moderate Project Management and analytical problem-solving skills.
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering program
· 4+ years of related work experience in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) industry
· Experienced in power system protection & control design including one line, schematic, and wiring diagram design. Substation-specific experience preferred
· Experienced in electrical power engineering theories and principles
· Demonstrated experience in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations
· Excellent written and oral communication skills
· Engineering-in-Training (EIT) certification, required -or- Professional Engineering (PE) license, preferred
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.