Senior Physical Engineer (Renewables)

TL;DR

Senior Physical Engineer (Renewables): Performing engineering design and analysis for electric power substations and BESS facilities with an accent on physical design aspects including general arrangements, bus sizing, grounding, and conduit plans. Focus on project-based leadership, QA/QC implementation, multi-disciplinary coordination, and training junior engineers.

Location: Lakewood, CO (local/in-office) or full-time remote for candidates currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Travel: 10-15%.

Salary: $100K - $150K / year (based on Denver, CO labor market).

Company

Engineering services firm specializing in electric power engineering, serving clients across the United States since 1982.

What you will do

• Lead projects as Phase Manager, handling scope, budget, task delegation, client interaction, and execution while consulting with Team Lead.
• Perform QA/QC checks on work of designers, drafters, and engineers per NEI Quality Assurance Plan.
• Review detailed physical engineering for substations and BESS, including multi-disciplinary coordination and design products like site layouts, BOMs, equipment specs.
• Prepare calculations, models, documents, cost estimates, proposals, and manage deliverables to meet deadlines and client expectations.
• Train junior engineers and designers in physical design of substations and BESS facilities; provide coaching and mentoring.
• Conduct occasional field inspections, construction supervision, and stay current with codes and standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Civil or Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology from an accredited institution.
• 5+ years of relevant engineering or field experience; must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• FE or PE licensure preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, MathCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite; effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Culture & Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, and long-term disability.
• 401(k) with employer matching and immediate vesting; annual and discretionary bonuses.
• Paid vacation, sick time, parental leave, eight holidays including floating holiday; tuition reimbursement.
• Employer-paid licensure, certifications, seminars, conferences; pet insurance, annual team building.
• Hybrid work environment with remote flexibility; career development, training, and coaching opportunities.