Electrical Design Engineer Jobs in Colorado
Electrical design engineer jobs in Colorado are concentrated in aerospace and defense, power utilities, and advanced manufacturing, with demand running from junior CAD-focused roles up to senior systems engineers leading complex programs. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Fort Collins are the busiest hiring markets, anchored by employers like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Xcel Energy, all of which maintain large engineering teams in the state. Power systems design, PCB layout, and low-voltage controls are among the most consistently sought specialties across Colorado postings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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ECI is highly motivated to attract electrical engineers that have significant experience performing EHV technical design studies. We are looking for hands-on study engineers that can utilize any software to perform the analysis and write detailed reports. The ideal candidate should have deep knowledge and experience in most of the following studies at the EHV level:
- Shunt Reactive Compensation and Voltage Control
- Coupled Line Resonance Studies (stuck pole on breakers drives NGR size on switched/fixed line connected shunt reactors to prevent resonance)
- Single Pole Automatic Reclosing (NGR sizing, reclose dead time determination, check stability margins, etc)
- Series Capacitor Analysis (develop cap size, MOV sizing, etc.)
- Line Switching Overvoltage Studies (with/without breaker PIRs and point on wave controllers, etc)
- Line Insulation Coordination Studies (includes assessing line clearances and make recommendations for PIRs, sub/line arresters, changes to clearances)
- Breaker TRV/RRRV Studies
- Line or Sub MAD calculations
- Coupling to Adjacent Circuits in ROW
- Voltage/Current Unbalance/Transposition Studies
- Transformer Energization
- TOV studies in HV/EHV systems
- EHV Capacitor Switching (analysis and TLI/PIR sizing)
- Technoeconomic Conductor Selection Studies
- EHV Power Cable Studies (EMT studies of riser design including grounding, cross-bonding, SVL sizing/placement, protection of cables)
The engineer will join a team of experienced engineers and perform detailed EMT analysis for the study work as well as provide guidance to younger staff who this individual will train. Extensive experience with PSCAD is required and knowledge of common loadflow tools, MathCad, Excel is a must.
Depending on experience, applicants may be qualified for a hybrid or remote work arrangement. Relocation to Madison, WI or Chesapeake, VA to work with the team is preferred.
Our team helps customers with project conceptual development, support during design, equipment selection and assistance with operating issues after COD. We assist with apparatus ratings and specifications development for transformers, circuit breakers, switches, cables, series capacitors, dynamic var devices, etc.
Minimum Requirements: MSEE (PhD is desirable)15+ year performing most of the studies listed above. Expert user of PSCAD. (knowledge of ATP and EMTP-RV a plus); expert user of positive sequence/phasor domain tools; a professional engineers license is preferred but not required. The successful applicant may be subject to client-mandated drug and background checking. Occasional travel/driving is required; therefore, the successful applicant will be subject to ECI's auto insurance carrier requirements. Applicants must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status) now or in the future.
Compensation Range: $150,000 - $240,000 Annually
Posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Salary commensurate with experience and education. Benefits include:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k), profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan
- Paid vacation, personal days and holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Continued professional education reimbursement
Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) employs over 850 engineers, designers, project managers, surveyors, ROW agents, environmental planners, construction professionals and support staff in 37 offices across the U.S. The firm has more than 40 years of experience in the planning, engineering, and construction of a wide range of power delivery projects including substations, transmission lines, distribution systems, communication systems and industrial facilities.
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical design engineer jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or closely related engineering discipline
- Proficiency in CAD or EDA tools such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or Altium Designer
- Experience with power systems, control systems, or PCB design relevant to Colorado industries
- Familiarity with NEC, IEEE, and applicable industry standards for electrical design work
- Professional Engineer license or Engineer-in-Training registration with Colorado DORA preferred for senior roles
- Strong documentation skills for schematics, wiring diagrams, and design specifications
Electrical Design Engineer Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electrical design engineer in Colorado?
A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited program is the standard entry point for electrical design engineer roles in Colorado. For positions that carry engineering-of-record responsibility, Colorado licensure through the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies is required, beginning with the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and progressing to the Professional Engineer credential after qualifying experience. Many Colorado employers, particularly in aerospace and utilities, will hire new graduates without a PE and support them through the licensure process on the job.
How much do electrical design engineers make in Colorado?
Electrical design engineers in Colorado earn a median of about $120,760 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $81,720 for the lowest 10% to over $177,310 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire electrical design engineers in Colorado?
Colorado electrical design engineer roles are posted by Jobot, Merrick & Company, and BLISSWAY and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's strong aerospace corridor along the Front Range and its established utility sector mean that both defense contractors and energy companies are among the most consistent sources of openings in the state.
Which Colorado cities have the most electrical design engineer jobs?
Denver, Greenwood Village, and Englewood account for the largest share of electrical design engineer openings in Colorado. Denver drives volume through its concentration of energy companies, engineering consultancies, and corporate headquarters, while Colorado Springs reflects the heavy defense and aerospace presence at nearby military installations, and Fort Collins draws postings from semiconductor, clean energy, and manufacturing employers clustered along the northern Front Range.
Are there remote electrical design engineer jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical fields because electrical design work often involves lab testing, hardware review, and on-site coordination. About 80% of electrical design engineer openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, making full-remote roles the exception rather than the rule. The parts of the role most likely to be done remotely are schematic drafting, design documentation, and code-based simulation work.
How can I get hired as a electrical design engineer in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for junior or associate electrical engineer roles at Colorado's large defense and utility employers, which regularly bring on new graduates through structured rotational or onboarding programs. Xcel Energy and Lockheed Martin, for example, post entry-level engineering positions tied to their Colorado operations. Building a portfolio of senior capstone or personal PCB and controls projects strengthens an application significantly, and sitting for the Fundamentals of Engineering exam early signals commitment to licensure and gives you a concrete credential before your first role.
Where can I find and apply to electrical design engineer jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to electrical design engineer jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings updated regularly. Search the listings to see roles that match your experience and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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