Electrical Controls Engineer Jobs in Colorado

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better? Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Mid-Career, Electrical & Control Engineer (Water & Wastewater) based out of our Costa Mesa, CA, Los Angeles, CA, Lakewood, CO or Denver, CO area offices. The position will support our engineering design practice by applying electrical engineering skills and providing services to our expanding process engineering and water and wastewater treatment practices for various industrial and municipal sectors. Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service. We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

- Apply experience, technical knowledge, and problem-solving skills for the development and review of technical approaches and detailed electrical & control system design.
- Design and develop electrical and control systems in accordance with applicable specifications, codes, and standards. Possess comprehensive knowledge of NFPA and IEEE guidelines and publications.
- Perform electrical design calculations, including load flow analysis, short circuit studies, and protective device coordination assessments. Proficient in utilizing electrical engineering software such as ETAP, SKM, or comparable applications.
- Work with engineers and technical experts to design and implement instrumentation and automation systems. Proficient in reading, interpreting, and developing P&IDs.
- Prepare and update technical documentation and drawings—including Single Line Diagrams, Schematics, Wiring Diagrams, specifications, etc.—for both Power and Control Systems in accordance with applicable industry codes and standards.
- Conduct site surveys and inspections to assess installation and operation of both electrical and control systems.
- Prepare for and participate in meetings with clients, regulatory personnel, and other parties; Work plan development, data evaluation, and report writing.
- Responsible for scoping, executing, managing, and delivering multiple concurrent project assignments at both task and project levels. Contribute actively to multi-disciplinary project teams and participate in relevant meetings.
- Consistent with our sell-manage-do business model, play a role supporting lead generation, business development, staff development, and mentoring; and help broaden our reputation via publishing and visibility at prominent industry conferences.
- Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.

Education and Licensure

- Bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited college or university in Electrical and/or Control Engineering. (required)
- Advanced degree in engineering. (preferred)
- Professional registration (i.e., P.E.) (preferred)

Skills, Experience And Qualifications

- At least 5 years (7+ preferred) of progressive experience in the Electrical and Control Engineering field with a focus on the design phase for process engineering projects; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
- Strong background with industrial equipment, electrical motors and VFDs, power distribution, Instrumentation, and Process controls/automation. (required)
- Demonstrated working knowledge with applicable codes and standards (i.e. NFPA, IEEE, etc.). (required)
- Experience of participating in and managing multi-disciplinary project teams. (required). Excellent leadership and detail-orientation skills. (required)
- Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, and meeting strict deadlines. (required)
- Regular field work and overnight travel. (required)
- Current OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER training and refreshers. (preferred)
- Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required.
- Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

This opportunity will be posted for at least five days. Below are the potential compensation ranges that we in good faith believe are applicable for this role at the time of this posting and are only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified location(s) below. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec’s total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location.
- Minimum Salary: $97,255/year / Maximum Salary: $145,940/year (Costa Mesa, CA)
- Minimum Salary: $92,835/year / Maximum Salary: $139,310/year (Greenwood Village, Lakewood, CO)
- Minimum Salary: $101,675/year / Maximum Salary: $152,575/year (Los Angeles, CA)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees.