Electrical Engineering Technician Jobs in Colorado
Electrical Engineering Technician jobs in Colorado are concentrated in aerospace and defense, power utilities, and advanced manufacturing, with the state ranking among the most active markets in the country for this role at every level from entry-level to senior technician. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder are the primary hiring hubs, where employers like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon Technologies, and Xcel Energy maintain large and ongoing technical workforces. The most in-demand specialties are avionics systems testing, power distribution, and electromechanical instrumentation. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.
As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.
Company : Black & Veatch Corporation
Req Id : 117945
Opportunity Type : Staff
Relocation eligible : No
Full time/Part time : Full-Time
Project Only Hire : No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Why Black & Veatch?
At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.
We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.
You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.
Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together.
With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.
The Opportunity
The Team
Black & Veatch Operations develops, deploys, and maintains global resources and capabilities that guide execution and process excellence across the organization. The foundation of Black & Veatch Operations provides the ability to move where your skills are needed and allows for a collaborative and innovative culture offering greater challenges and career development opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Applies knowledge of standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, applicable codes and BV policies and procedures.
- May review project requirements and accurately determine the correct format and contents of the required deliverables.
- Proactively applies BV Quality Program to deliverables.
- Demonstrates personal accuracy and supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.
- Reviews design inputs in order to ensure consistency.
- Assists to ensure deliverables are in compliance with the specific codes and standards suitable for the project.
- May apply basic engineering principles and established design practices in developing moderately complex design concepts and deliverables.
- Begins to apply judgment and make decisions with respect to deliverables and input interpretation.
- Capable of handling difficult technical assignments within an area of expertise and can provide technical guidance to other professionals.
- Performs design calculations, detailed material quantities and estimates, and records.
- May review the deliverables of others. May define work assignments and maintain schedules.
- May program control systems or participate in other plant start-up activities associated with a specialized area of expertise.
- Coordinates with other design group personnel to review and exchange project information necessary for design development.
- May support field activities. Focuses on the needs of internal clients while utilizing an understanding of external client's main interests and drivers.
- Proactively seeks and shares knowledge of latest technologies and processes .
- May apply judgment and makes decisions with respect to deliverables and input interpretation.
Management Responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Certifications
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
Competencies
Salary Plan
Job Grade
Black & Veatch endeavors to make www.bv.com/careers accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process because of a disability, please contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622 or via our accommodations request form. This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. General inquiries about the status of applications will not be returned.
Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.
Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.
To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.
A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.
We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.
By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.
BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.
Notice to External Search Firms: Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.
In accordance with local law, the following compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $74,360.00 - $124,190.00
Nearest Major Market: Denver
Job Segment: Construction, Drafting, Electrical Engineering, CAD, Electrical, Engineering
Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.
As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.
Company : Black & Veatch Corporation
Req Id : 117945
Opportunity Type : Staff
Relocation eligible : No
Full time/Part time : Full-Time
Project Only Hire : No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Why Black & Veatch?
At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.
We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.
You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.
Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together.
With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.
The Opportunity
The Team
Black & Veatch Operations develops, deploys, and maintains global resources and capabilities that guide execution and process excellence across the organization. The foundation of Black & Veatch Operations provides the ability to move where your skills are needed and allows for a collaborative and innovative culture offering greater challenges and career development opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Applies knowledge of standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, applicable codes and BV policies and procedures.
- May review project requirements and accurately determine the correct format and contents of the required deliverables.
- Proactively applies BV Quality Program to deliverables.
- Demonstrates personal accuracy and supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.
- Reviews design inputs in order to ensure consistency.
- Assists to ensure deliverables are in compliance with the specific codes and standards suitable for the project.
- May apply basic engineering principles and established design practices in developing moderately complex design concepts and deliverables.
- Begins to apply judgment and make decisions with respect to deliverables and input interpretation.
- Capable of handling difficult technical assignments within an area of expertise and can provide technical guidance to other professionals.
- Performs design calculations, detailed material quantities and estimates, and records.
- May review the deliverables of others. May define work assignments and maintain schedules.
- May program control systems or participate in other plant start-up activities associated with a specialized area of expertise.
- Coordinates with other design group personnel to review and exchange project information necessary for design development.
- May support field activities. Focuses on the needs of internal clients while utilizing an understanding of external client's main interests and drivers.
- Proactively seeks and shares knowledge of latest technologies and processes .
- May apply judgment and makes decisions with respect to deliverables and input interpretation.
Management Responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Certifications
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
Competencies
Salary Plan
Job Grade
Black & Veatch endeavors to make www.bv.com/careers accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process because of a disability, please contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622 or via our accommodations request form. This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. General inquiries about the status of applications will not be returned.
Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.
Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.
To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.
A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.
We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.
By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.
BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.
Notice to External Search Firms: Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.
In accordance with local law, the following compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $74,360.00 - $124,190.00
Nearest Major Market: Denver
Job Segment: Construction, Drafting, Electrical Engineering, CAD, Electrical, Engineering
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Electrical Engineering Technician Job Market in Colorado
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical engineering technician jobs across Colorado.
- Associate degree in electrical engineering technology or a closely related technical field
- Hands-on experience with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and signal generators
- Familiarity with reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical blueprints
- Knowledge of National Electrical Code and applicable safety standards for Colorado work environments
- Experience supporting systems integration, troubleshooting, or quality assurance in a production setting
- Proficiency with data acquisition software or CAD tools used in electrical design and testing workflows
Electrical Engineering Technician Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electrical engineering technician in Colorado?
The most direct path is completing an associate degree in electrical engineering technology from a Colorado community college or technical school, such as those offered through the Colorado Community College System. Colorado does not require a state-issued license specifically for electrical engineering technicians, but employers in aerospace and defense often require a security clearance, and positions in power utilities may require certifications from organizations like NETA or OSHA. Building hands-on lab experience through an internship or apprenticeship with a Colorado employer strengthens most applications.
How much do electrical engineering technicians make in Colorado?
Electrical engineering technicians in Colorado earn a median of about $77,440 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $52,110 for the lowest 10% to over $105,350 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire electrical engineering technicians in Colorado?
Colorado electrical engineering technician roles are posted by WSP, IMEG, and AECOM and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's dense concentration of aerospace primes and defense contractors in the Denver and Colorado Springs corridors makes it one of the more active states for sustained, long-term hiring in this field.
Which Colorado cities have the most electrical engineering technician jobs?
Denver, Lakewood, and Greenwood Village are the Colorado cities with the most electrical engineering technician openings. Denver anchors the market through its aerospace, defense, and energy sectors, while Colorado Springs draws heavily from the military installations and defense contractors clustered there, and Boulder's technology and research corridor generates demand from instrumentation and systems testing employers.
Are there remote electrical engineering technician jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. The role is fundamentally hands-on, requiring direct work with hardware, test equipment, and physical systems that can't be done remotely. About 58% of electrical engineering technician openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions are typically limited to documentation, data analysis, or design review tasks rather than full technician duties.
How can I get hired as a electrical engineering technician in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an internship or cooperative education program tied to your associate or bachelor's degree at a Colorado institution, since employers like Lockheed Martin and Xcel Energy actively recruit from local technical programs. Look for titles like lab technician, test technician, or maintenance technician assistant as lateral entry points. Earning a CompTIA or NETA certification before applying gives candidates a measurable edge, and targeting Colorado's community college system for hands-on coursework aligned with aerospace or power systems strengthens early applications considerably.
Where can I find and apply to electrical engineering technician jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to electrical engineering technician jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings across industries including aerospace, defense, utilities, and manufacturing. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to each position that fits.
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