Electrical Project Engineer Jobs in Colorado
Electrical Project Engineer jobs in Colorado are among the most active in the intermountain West, concentrated in energy infrastructure, defense systems, advanced manufacturing, and commercial construction across the Front Range and beyond. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder are the primary hiring metros, home to established employers such as Xcel Energy, Lockheed Martin, and Black & Veatch, all of which maintain long-term engineering operations in the state. The most in-demand specialties include power systems design, renewable energy integration, and low-voltage building systems. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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This position will offer you the opportunity to work and lead others in a project team environment in the design, modification, and/or upgrade of new and existing power plant electrical systems.
You will be responsible for the review, supervision and providing technical guidance in the production of design deliverables, including the following:
- Cable schedules
- Grounding layout
- Underground raceway layouts
- Above ground raceway layouts
- Electrical Notes and Details
- Electrical Equipment Layouts
- Lighting Layouts
- Work with management in the development and establishment of project scopes, budgets and schedules.
- Oversee staff assignments, evaluations and career development for assigned personnel on the large or several small projects.
- Lead multiple teams across multiple projects.
- Coordinate directly with project management and project discipline leads.
- Develop, monitor and control project costs and schedules.
- Lead field walkdowns and data gathering at client facilities.
Essential skills and experience:
- A high school diploma and equivalent technical design experience
- 15 or more years of Electrical/Instrumentation & Controls design experience, including 2D & 3D.
- Experience in the review of Electrical/Instrumentation & Controls deliverables packages.
- Extensive drafting experience using standard computer drafting tools (i.e. AutoCAD or MicroStation) on power plants or other large-scale industrial facilities projects
- A thorough understanding of drafting and design practices and theories.
- The ability to interface and communicate with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the power plant or large-scale industrial facilities design process.
- Experience in the development of grounding layouts, underground duct bank and embedded conduit drawings, cable tray and exposed conduit layouts, instrument location plans, area classification plans, and electrical equipment location drawings.
Valued but not required skills and experience:
- Associates Degree in Computer Aided Design
- Experience using both AutoCAD and MicroStation software.
- Design experience in the development of single-line, and relay and metering diagrams, including medium-voltage and 480V systems.
- Familiarity with digital control systems.
- The ability to perform the following:
- Produce wiring diagrams and schematics for installers and electricians.
- Assist engineers with initial design requirements.
- Conceptualize plans and details to accurately convey wiring termination requirements.
- The ability to interface and communicate with engineering and design teams of other disciplines Energy & Industrial facilities design process.
- Strong knowledge and ability to create; interconnection wiring diagrams, conduit/cable schedules, loop diagrams, area classification plans,
- Experience with 3D Lighting Calculation programs, and experience in Heat trace design preferred.
- Ability to interpret P&IDs, Instrumentation wiring and provide I&C input into P&IDs.
- Ability to travel as necessary for client meetings, job site visits, assist in data gathering, etc.
We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools.
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & Wellness
- Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-Up Daycare
- FSA & HSA
- 401(k)
- Pre-Tax Commuter Account
- Merit Scholarship Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program
- Tuition Assistance
- First Professional Licensure Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
This position will offer you the opportunity to work and lead others in a project team environment in the design, modification, and/or upgrade of new and existing power plant electrical systems.
You will be responsible for the review, supervision and providing technical guidance in the production of design deliverables, including the following:
- Cable schedules
- Grounding layout
- Underground raceway layouts
- Above ground raceway layouts
- Electrical Notes and Details
- Electrical Equipment Layouts
- Lighting Layouts
- Work with management in the development and establishment of project scopes, budgets and schedules.
- Oversee staff assignments, evaluations and career development for assigned personnel on the large or several small projects.
- Lead multiple teams across multiple projects.
- Coordinate directly with project management and project discipline leads.
- Develop, monitor and control project costs and schedules.
- Lead field walkdowns and data gathering at client facilities.
Essential skills and experience:
- A high school diploma and equivalent technical design experience
- 15 or more years of Electrical/Instrumentation & Controls design experience, including 2D & 3D.
- Experience in the review of Electrical/Instrumentation & Controls deliverables packages.
- Extensive drafting experience using standard computer drafting tools (i.e. AutoCAD or MicroStation) on power plants or other large-scale industrial facilities projects
- A thorough understanding of drafting and design practices and theories.
- The ability to interface and communicate with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the power plant or large-scale industrial facilities design process.
- Experience in the development of grounding layouts, underground duct bank and embedded conduit drawings, cable tray and exposed conduit layouts, instrument location plans, area classification plans, and electrical equipment location drawings.
Valued but not required skills and experience:
- Associates Degree in Computer Aided Design
- Experience using both AutoCAD and MicroStation software.
- Design experience in the development of single-line, and relay and metering diagrams, including medium-voltage and 480V systems.
- Familiarity with digital control systems.
- The ability to perform the following:
- Produce wiring diagrams and schematics for installers and electricians.
- Assist engineers with initial design requirements.
- Conceptualize plans and details to accurately convey wiring termination requirements.
- The ability to interface and communicate with engineering and design teams of other disciplines Energy & Industrial facilities design process.
- Strong knowledge and ability to create; interconnection wiring diagrams, conduit/cable schedules, loop diagrams, area classification plans,
- Experience with 3D Lighting Calculation programs, and experience in Heat trace design preferred.
- Ability to interpret P&IDs, Instrumentation wiring and provide I&C input into P&IDs.
- Ability to travel as necessary for client meetings, job site visits, assist in data gathering, etc.
We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools.
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & Wellness
- Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-Up Daycare
- FSA & HSA
- 401(k)
- Pre-Tax Commuter Account
- Merit Scholarship Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program
- Tuition Assistance
- First Professional Licensure Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical project engineer jobs across Colorado.
- Electrical Engineer license issued or recognized by the Colorado State Board of Licensure
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related engineering field
- Experience managing electrical project scope, schedule, and budget from design through closeout
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, or equivalent electrical design and drafting software
- Familiarity with NEC, IEEE standards, and Colorado-applicable local electrical codes
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with contractors and stakeholders
Electrical Project Engineer Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electrical project engineer in Colorado?
The concrete path in Colorado runs through the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers, and Professional Land Surveyors, which oversees the Professional Engineer credential required for many project-level roles. You begin with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited program, pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn your Engineer-in-Training designation, accumulate qualifying experience, and then sit for the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam to earn your PE license.
How much do electrical project engineers make in Colorado?
Electrical project 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 project engineers in Colorado?
Colorado electrical project engineer roles are posted by Affiliated Engineers, BAE Systems USA, and Westwood Professional Services and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Colorado's mix of investor-owned utilities, federal defense contractors, and large engineering and construction firms creates steady and varied demand for electrical project engineers across the Front Range.
Which Colorado cities have the most electrical project engineer jobs?
Denver, Centennial, and Westminster account for the largest share of electrical project engineer openings in Colorado. Denver dominates by volume given its density of engineering firms, utility headquarters, and large commercial development projects, while Colorado Springs draws significant demand from defense and aerospace employers, and Boulder's technology and renewable energy sectors support a consistent pipeline of project engineering roles.
Are there remote electrical project engineer jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. About 50% of electrical project engineer openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on, site-coordinating nature of most project engineering work. The portions of the role most likely to be performed remotely are design review, specification writing, and project reporting rather than field inspection or construction oversight.
How can I get hired as a electrical project engineer in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a project engineer associate or junior electrical engineer role at a mid-size engineering and construction firm in the Denver metro, where on-the-job mentorship under a licensed PE is common. Large Colorado employers such as utilities and defense primes often run formal new-graduate programs that rotate candidates through design, estimation, and field coordination. Earning your Engineer-in-Training designation immediately after graduation and building AutoCAD or Revit proficiency gives candidates a concrete edge when applying to these structured entry-level tracks.
Where can I find and apply to electrical project engineer jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to electrical project engineer jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to each one.
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