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Electrical Designer - SDS (Renewable Substations)

extra holidays - extra parental leave
Remote: 
Full Remote
Contract: 
Salary: 
67 - 100K yearly
Experience: 
Mid-level (2-5 years)
Work from: 
Colorado (USA), United States

Offer summary

Qualifications:

2+ years engineering design experience, Associate degree in Drafting or related.

Key responsabilities:

  • Perform detailed electrical design tasks
  • Utilize software like AutoCAD Electrical
  • Produce design drawings and reports
  • Contribute to CAD standard development
  • Maintain client relationships and assist with communication
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NEI Electric Power Engineering, Inc. SME https://www.neiengineering.com/
201 - 500 Employees
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Job description

Job Details
Level:    Experienced
Job Location:    Remote or Lakewood CO - Lakewood, CO
Position Type:    Full Time
Education Level:    Not Specified
Salary Range:    $35.00 - $52.00 Salary/year
Travel Percentage:    Typical: 5 - 15%
Job Shift:    Day
Job Category:    Drafting & Design
Description
 

About the Position

The Electrical Designer will be responsible for performing engineering design in a manner that provides the client with a quality deliverable that is on time and within budget utilizing Substation Design Suite Software.

This opportunity is available to both local / in-office (Lakewood, Colorado) and full-time remote candidates.

Hourly Rate: $35.00 – 52.00 / hour

Hourly Rate above is based upon the Denver, Colorado labor market. NEI bases hourly rates on the Denver, Colorado labor market for both local and remote team members.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Performs detailed design and prepare drawings for all aspects of electrical power systems to include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, schematics, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, general arrangement, selection of equipment, and wiring diagrams.
  • Utilize Substation Design Suite software in conjunction with AutoCAD electrical to compile protection and control drawings.
  • Provides conceptual and high-level designs during bidding stage of projects with limited information or direction
  • Prepares drawings for physical design aspects if required
  • Prepares a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including basis of designs, bill of materials, and specifications as required
  • Checks the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy as required
  • Contributes to CAD standard development in a manner that is cognizant of both engineering and design departments
  • Reduces complexity of projects/tasks within their discipline to get more done with less work
  • Provides a major role in the QA/QC process and takes initiative and ownership on all project and task quality
  • Assists with client contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments and meetings
  • Maintains outstanding company-client relationships
  • Other responsibilities as assigned

Must Have

  • Experience: 2+ years of engineering design or other relevant experience
  • Education: Associates degree in Drafting, Design, or a related field preferred.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical and Substation Design Suite required
  • Substation design experience.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and additional computer software
  • Maintain high ethical and professional standards within the overall organization
  • Engaged in lifelong learning to maintain knowledge of contemporary issues
  • Attend conferences, training workshops, seminars, regular undergraduate, and graduate classes as appropriate for advancement and as required to maintain quality of work
  • Attend safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines
  • Provide technical assistance and training for junior engineers
  • A strong written and verbal command of the English language
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Working Conditions

Work Environment:

Work is performed in an office setting and may include long periods of sedentary activity

Travel:

Minimal: 0 – 10%

Physical Activities:

Must be able to lift 25lbs.

Managerial Responsibility:

Team Member is responsible for managing their own work schedule with input from their supervisor and completing assigned tasks.

 

Team Member should identify discrepancies in assigned work and bring to attention of supervisor or engineer responsible for the project in 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.

About NEI

Serving Others, Enriching Environment, Improving Continually, and Quality Results. Voted a top workplace by the Denver Post in 2020 and 2021, 2023 and 2024, our values have been woven into the fabric of who NEI is since 1982, guiding our decision making throughout the years. As an engineering services firm, NEI’s mission is to create a great organization that serves people and solves problems.

Since NEI’s founding, we have developed a culture of collaboration and accountability, both across our teams and departments, and externally with our clients across the country. We believe in two core ideas: hiring great people and celebrating our team members with diverse backgrounds and unique experiences; bringing in new and unique perspectives that can only strength NEI as we chart our path into the future.

We are a proud equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.

Team Member Benefits

NEI firmly believes in taking care of its team members. We strive to foster a community of belonging, professional development, and industry involvement; providing our team with the tools and support systems to excel in their roles. Our comprehensive benefit package includes:

  • 100% Employer paid Team Member premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Flex Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • 401(k) with employer matching; 100% immediate vesting
  • Paid parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Company-paid Basic Life & Long- Term Disability Insurance
  • Eight (8) paid holidays & team member selected floating holiday
  • Annual & discretionary bonus programs
  • Paid certifications / seminars / conferences
  • Career development, training, and coaching opportunities
  • Hybrid work environment
  • Pet insurance

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

Qualifications

Required profile

Experience

Level of experience: Mid-level (2-5 years)
Spoken language(s):
English
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Other Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving

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