Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer

Location: Denver, CO

Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 4 months
• Pay Rate: $35.00–$36.00 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: Standard 8 hours per day, 40-hour work week
• Travel Requirements: Not required
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

Under general direction, demonstrates complete understanding and wide application of engineering technical principles, theories, and concepts in the field. Independently determines and develops approaches to solutions. Receives technical guidance on complex problems; completed work reviewed for adequacy in meeting objectives. May lead small-medium non-critical projects or critical projects under direction of higher-level engineer/supervisor. May provide work direction to other professionals and/or staff. Represents the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects. Frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contact. Demonstrates a broad knowledge and proficiency of precedents in the specialty area, a good knowledge of related specialties, and general knowledge of other related disciplines.

The person will be responsible for automated field devices (i.e., capacitor banks, protection devices) deployment that includes system study, settings development, working with design/field personnel, updating the device database, and getting devices into advanced distribution management systems. The person may need to help in assessing advanced metering functionalities and provide technical support to field personnel. A typical day involves working with automated field databases, monitoring devices, and meter functionality testing.

Key Responsibilities

• Uses and applies technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to perform activities/assignments that may include a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials or methods, and difficult coordination requirements.
• Supports the development of technical documentation (including but not limited to designs, testing, calculations, reports, standards, etc.). Utilizes and may assist with the development of procedures requiring a broad knowledge and proficiency in a specialty area and has a general knowledge of related disciplines.
• Works under the general direction of a higher-level engineer or supervisor for routine engineering projects. Provides ongoing technical support for project activities within areas such as Operations, Maintenance, testing/diagnostics, and Regulatory. May provide field engineering oversight and/or direction for activities such as commissioning, testing, inspections, etc.
• May lead small-medium, non-critical projects. Coordinates/leads critical projects or portions of projects (including phases such as research, design, equipment selection, procurement support, installation, and commissioning), under the direction of a higher-level engineer or supervisor. Work reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.
• Under the direction of a higher-level engineer/supervisor, supports bid/evaluation processes including preparation of bid documents, completion of technical evaluations for proposals; provides recommendations for selection, etc. Partners and communicates with areas such as Supply Chain and Legal following appropriate processes.
• Frequently exchanges information in all formats, on matters having a wide range of importance and complexity both inter-organizationally and with outside customers.
• May assign tasks and coordinate work of interns, drafters, technicians, craft personnel, and/or others. Provides guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers. Responsible for continuous self-development of technical skills and competencies.
• Performs activities such as budgeting, estimating, forecasting, accounting, and work order management in support of engineering projects.
• Familiarity with power distribution systems and utility operations.
• Responsible for working with various teams to support the client's integrated voltage-var optimization (IVVO)/Fault location, isolation, and service restoration (FLISR) program.
• Creates settings for devices such as cap bank controllers, reclosers, etc.
• Works on distribution system modeling to understand optimal location/settings for cap banks/reclosers.
• Supports communications and integration testing of capacitor banks to advanced distribution management systems.
• Maintains issue trackers on field issues and provides proactive communication to management on issues.

Required Skills

• Hands-on experience with Eaton Cooper capacitor bank controller.
• Experience with SEL protection devices.
• Experience with Advanced Distribution Management Systems.
• Team player with the ability to communicate across engineering and non-engineering organizations.
• Ability to solve problems effectively.
• Experience with distribution system modeling tools such as Synergi and/or CYME.
• Proficient in MS Suite.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with Advanced Distribution Management System Applications (e.g., IVVO, FLISR).
• Programming skills in Python, C/C.
• Python and SQL coding skills.

Education Requirements

• BS in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering required (Power Systems background preferred).

Required Experience

• 2–3 years of experience in electrical or computer engineering.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Office environment; individual contributor role.
• Interview format: Virtual.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This major U.S. electric and natural gas utility serves more than 3.7 million electric customers and 2.1 million natural gas customers across eight states — Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Mexico, and Texas. As one of the nation's leading energy providers, this organization plays a central role in delivering reliable, affordable energy to homes, businesses, and communities across the Midwest and Southwest United States.

The company is actively investing in the clean energy transition, expanding renewable generation and grid modernization across its service territory. For professionals in engineering, operations, information technology, finance, and environmental science, the work here directly supports infrastructure that millions of people and businesses depend on every day — a level of impact that is rare and meaningful.

Internally, the organization has built a culture around inclusion and respect. It has been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality, earning a perfect Corporate Equality Index score for multiple consecutive years — a recognition that reflects genuine organizational commitment, not just policy. Approximately one in ten employees are veterans, with 50 veterans holding senior leadership positions, underscoring the organization's commitment to hiring and developing people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Teams here span electrical and civil engineers, grid operations specialists, environmental scientists, IT and cybersecurity professionals, and finance and regulatory analysts.

For professionals seeking stable, long-term careers in the energy sector — particularly those interested in the intersection of traditional utility operations and the modern clean energy buildout — this organization offers a strong platform, meaningful work, and the stability that comes with operating essential infrastructure for millions of customers.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.