About this role
Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Remote or Lakewood CO - Lakewood, CO 80215Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: Typical: 11 - 25%Job Shift: DayJob Category: Engineering
Electrical Engineer – Renewable Studies
Entry Level
About the Position
As an entry level Electrical Studies Engineer in the Renewable Studies group, you will be responsible for performing engineering analysis under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer. You will be a part of an integrated design team and are responsible for coordinating with team members to meet project schedules and deliverables on time and within the defined budget.
Salary Range: $85,000 - $105,000 / year
The salary range above is based upon the Denver, Colorado labor market.
Essential Responsibilities
Learn how to prepare computer-based models and perform power system studies on utility scale solar, wind, BESS power plants and substations including short circuit, load flow, pre-energization harmonics, relay protection philosophy / relay settings, arc flash and other related studies
Manage timely execution of assigned tasks and proactively communicate with your supervisor if workload exceeds capacity or capability
Communicate and coordinate with design teams to correctly model evolving design through a project design cycle. This includes all physical aspects of a project design that may affect the electrical adequacy and reliability of the design
Review equipment data sheets, manuals, and testing reports for design and approvals
Learn and maintain professional understanding of applicable Codes and Standards, and typical design and construction practices that may impact design study results
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
Attend safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines
Other job-related responsibilities as assigned
Must Have
Education: Bachelor’s in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited institution, electric power option preferred
Basic understanding of key power systems concepts: per unit, 3-phase analysis, etc. Typically requires at least one power system class to be taken while at university.
Experience: 0 – 1 years of relevant engineering or field experience
Licensure: FE is preferred but not required
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
Nice to Have
Experience with some power system software such as EasyPower, ETAP, Power Factory SKM, PSSe, & PSCAD is a plus
Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and standard computer software
Working Conditions
Work Environment
Work is performed in an office setting, and some field work may be required
Travel
Typical: 5 – 15%
Physical Activities
Must be able to lift 25lbs.
About NEI Electric Power Engineering
Serving Others. Enriching Environment. Improving Continually. Quality Results. Voted as a top workplace by the Denver Post for three straight years (2020, 2021, 2022), 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 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 United States. We believe in two core ideas: hiring great people and celebrating our team members’ diverse background and unique experiences; bringing in new, unique, and exciting perspectives that can only strengthen NEI as we chart out 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
We believe that taking care of our team members is of the utmost importance. 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. Our 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 matching; 100% immediate vesting
Annual & discretionary bonus programs
Paid vacation and sick time
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
Hybrid work environment with remote flexibility
Career development, training, and coaching opportunities
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.
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