Team Lead - Electrical Engineer (Utility Substations)
Team Lead – Electrical Engineer (Utility Substations)
About the Position
As a Team Lead in the Utility Substations group, you will manage a team comprised of engineers, drafters, designers, and/or technicians. This role will have Utility (IOUs, Municipalities, Co-Ops) project focus. Your primary responsibility will be the accurate, timely, and quality completion of Electrical Engineering scopes assigned to the team. As a P&C Team Lead, you will contribute to the development and refinement of internal processes and workflows that improve quality, consistency, and efficiency across the department. TLs are responsible for promoting, implementing, and reinforcing these processes while serving as a mentor and coach to their team. Team Leads support the professional and technical development of employees, encouraging accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Salary Range: $100,000 - $165,000 / year
The salary range above is based upon the Denver, Colorado labor market.
This opportunity is available to both local / in-office (Lakewood, CO) and full-time remote candidates.
Essential Responsibilities
Understands and leads detailed design of all aspects of protection and control packages to include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, general arrangement, selection of equipment, writing of equipment specifications, project and construction cost estimates, and project scheduling
Coordinates and analyses computer-based models and perform power system studies on utility electrical power transmission and distribution systems, including short circuit, load flow, relay coordination, arc flash, motor starting, power factor, harmonic analysis, and other related studies to implement in protection and control design packages
Understands how protective relay settings affects drawing implementation
Reviews equipment data sheets, manuals, and testing reports for design and approvals as needed
Seeks opportunities for value engineering and efficiencies in design
As a Team Lead:
Assigns work to and coordinates work with entry-level engineers, technicians, or administrative staff
Reviews and verifies the work of engineers, designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy
Manages and supports employee development and growth through individualized development plans
Supports business development via Seller-Doer, assists with marketing tasks, and prepares proposals as needed
Assists with establishing and managing engineering budget and scope expectations. Prepare technical write-up for applicable change orders
Reviews submittals for conformance with client specifications and design
Provides field assistance, troubleshooting, and observation reports
Maintains professional understanding of all applicable Codes and Standards, and construction practices
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
Checking the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy as required
Understanding and applications of applicable Codes and Standards
Attends safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines
Other job-related responsibilities as assigned
Must Have
Education: Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred
Experience: 8+ years of relevant engineering or field experience
Licensure: FE is required, PE is preferred
Knowledge and familiarity with voltage distribution above 240kV, switchgear, motor control centers, and industrial instrumentation and controls
Ideally, experience with HB Substations for datacenters
Proficiency with AutoCAD
High proficiency with power system software such as DIgSILENT/PowerFactory, EasyPower, ETAP or SKM, CDEGS, and CYMCAP preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and standard computer software
Proven record of delivering a high standard of quality work with attention to detail
Ability to develop staff through mentoring and coaching
A strong command of the English language
Good interpersonal and people skills
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time bas
Working Conditions
Work Environment:
Work is performed in an office setting, and some field work may be required
Travel:
Limited: 10 – 15%
Physical Activities:
Managerial Responsibility:
Must be able to lift 50lbs.
Team Member is responsible for managing their own work and schedule and the work and schedule of their team with input from supervisor and completing assigned tasks. The employee will mentor, coach, and develop the employees on their team toward fulfilling their individual career aspirations.
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 team’s work product should be self-checked in a manner that is suitable for review by the supervisor or engineer responsible for the project.
Disclaimer
While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.
Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.
Pay Range
$100,000—$165,000 USD