Substation Engineer

About MC&I

Mission Critical & Industrials (MC&I) is a growing consulting and engineering arm of NEI focused on the design and delivery of complex electrical infrastructure for demanding environments, including data centers, oil & gas operations and large-scale commercial and industrial facilities. MC&I supports high-impact infrastructure projects for clients, some of whom rank in the top ten of their respective industry segments across North America. The group combines the momentum of a team that is actively building with the stability of an established firm with more than 40 years of industry presence and over 300 engineers. Engineers remain engaged across the full project lifecycle, from early concept and planning through detailed design and execution support. The work emphasizes sound judgment, strong client relationships, and practical business thinking. MC&I offers an environment where engineers can contribute ideas, build lasting professional relationships, and help shape a long-term legacy of engineering excellence.

About the Position

As a Substation Engineer in the Oil & Gas group, you will be responsible for performing engineering design and analysis of substation projects for various clients within Canada and the US in the industrial space under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer. You will support mutual success with both the clients and NEI by providing quality deliverables that are on time and within the defined budget.

Salary Range: $110,000 - $150,000 / year

The salary range above is based upon the Denver, Colorado labor market.

Essential Responsibilities

What you will do:

• 50% QA / QC work: Implement the NEI Quality Assurance Plan. Check the work of designers, drafters, and engineers for overall quality and accuracy.
• 20% Training: Train junior level engineers and designers in areas of physical design of electrical substations & BESS facilities.
• 20% Writing: Write technical go-bys and training documents. Assist with the creation and enforcement of technical standards across the department.
• Phase Manager (PPM): Your primary responsibility will be technical leadership, short-term focus on project scope, budget, and execution, and ensuring technical quality. Consult regularly with the Team Lead on key decisions and activities.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Directors, Project and Program Managers, and Team Leads on projects within the department – MC&I.
• Perform the review of detailed physical engineering for all aspects of electric power substations including multi-disciplinary coordination.
• Typical design products might include general arrangements, elevation views, site layout, bill of materials, equipment specifications, bus sizing for ampacity and structural requirements, grounding plan and details, and conduit plan and details. Some other civil focused scopes may be integrated – such as site plans, grading plan, stormwater modeling, erosion control design, hydrology analysis, development of SWPPPs, BMP’s, site permitting, and stormwater reports.
• Review submittals for conformance with (owner, client) specifications and design to meet all required codes.
• Prepare hand and computer-based calculations and models for physical designs.
• Prepare a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including cost estimates, budget reports, and proposals for complex projects.
• Manage deliverables and deadlines to ensure they are submitted on time for both internal QA/QC deadlines and external deadlines to client.
• Ensure that client requirements, specifications, and expectations are being met.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to Team Members.
• Perform occasional field inspection and construction supervision services when needed.
• Check the work of designers, drafters, and engineers for overall quality and accuracy.
• Attend conferences, training workshops, seminars, undergraduate, and graduate classes as appropriate for advancement and as required to maintain quality of work.
• Complete safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines.

Must Have

• Education: Bachelor’s in Civil or Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology from an accredited institution.
• Experience: 5+ years of relevant engineering or field experience.
• Licensure: P. E. is Preferred
• Skills: Proficiency with AutoCAD, MathCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite. Effective written and oral communication skills. Good interpersonal skills.

Working Conditions

• Work Environment: Work is performed in an office setting and some field work is also required
• Travel: Typical: 15 - 25%
• Physical Activities: Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Managerial Responsibilities: 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 Electric Power Engineering

Serving Others. Enriching Environment. Improving Continually. Quality Results. Voted as a top workplace by the Denver Post for three straight years, 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 with diverse backgrounds 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. Out 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 match; 100% immediate vesting
• Annual & discretionary bonus programs
• Paid time off
• 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 budget
• Remote or in office work environment
• Career development, training, and coaching opportunities
• Pet insurance.