Electrical Systems Engineer Jobs in Colorado
Electrical systems engineer jobs in Colorado are actively hiring, concentrated in aerospace and defense, energy, and advanced manufacturing sectors, with openings at every level from early-career to principal engineer. The largest hiring activity is in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder, where established employers such as Lockheed Martin, Raytheon Technologies, and National Renewable Energy Laboratory maintain a sustained demand for electrical systems engineers. The most sought-after specialties in Colorado are power distribution systems, avionics integration, and renewable energy grid engineering. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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JOB SUMMARY:
The Electrical Engineer - Solar Power Systems is responsible for the professional engineering design, validation, and ongoing support of electrical systems used across Wanco's solar-powered mobile products. The role serves as the primary electrical engineering authority for solar charging, battery storage, DC power distribution, monitoring, and related controls, supporting new product development, production, field troubleshooting, and continuous improvement. This position works closely with the Solar Product Manager, who establishes project priorities based on product, customer, and business needs.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design solar charging and battery systems for mobile products, including array sizing, charge-controller selection, battery configuration, fusing, wiring, grounding, and monitoring.
- Specify, configure, and integrate Victron equipment, including MPPT charge controllers, BatteryProtect, SmartShunt/BMV, Cerbo GX, inverters, and related communication devices.
- Design and evaluate AGM and lithium-ion battery systems, considering capacity, charge profiles, temperature limits, BMS integration, low-voltage protection, and expected cycle life.
- Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, bills of material, specifications, installation drawings, and commissioning procedures.
- Perform electrical calculations and ensure systems meet performance, reliability, safety, and applicable code requirements.
- Provide formal engineering review and technical validation of electrical designs, calculations, specifications, and product changes before release.
- Support component selection and qualification for batteries, solar panels, controllers, wiring, connectors, and other electrical components.
- Support prototype builds, production pilots, validation testing, manufacturing release, and ongoing production support.
- Troubleshoot production and field issues, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions or design improvements.
- Develop clear service instructions, troubleshooting guides, and work instructions for production and field technicians.
- Work cross-functionally with Product Management, Engineering, Production, Quality, Purchasing, Service, Sales, customers, and suppliers on product development and improvement activities.
REQUIREMENTS OR QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
- Hands-on experience with off-grid, mobile, solar, battery-powered, or low-voltage DC electrical systems.
- Working knowledge of Victron solar charging and monitoring equipment, or comparable power-system products.
- Practical experience with AGM and lithium-ion battery systems.
- Ability to size and specify wiring, fuses, breakers, connectors, batteries, solar arrays, and charge controllers.
- Ability to read and create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and manufacturing documentation.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to work hands-on with prototypes and production equipment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical issues to non-engineers.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with solar lighting, surveillance, message-board, traffic, or other mobile equipment.
- Experience with 12 V and 24 V DC systems and both AGM and lithium-ion battery technologies.
- Experience with Victron Energy products and system architecture.
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
- Familiarity with CAN bus, Modbus, VE.Can, VE.Bus, VE.Direct, or similar communication protocols.
- Experience with remote monitoring or telemetry systems.
- Experience taking a design from prototype through manufacturing release and sustained production.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Mobility to work in both manufacturing/factory and standard office settings and to use standard office and engineering equipment.
- Ability to safely work around batteries, electrical systems, prototypes, and production equipment. Some travel, training, supplier visits, customer support, or field troubleshooting may be required.
REPORTING: The Electrical Engineer reports to the Director of Engineering for technical leadership, engineering quality, design review, and product release. The Solar Product Manager establishes project priorities based on product, customer, and business needs.
Salary Range: $125,000-$145,000 annually, based on qualifications.
Benefits: Insurance (Medical, Dental, Life, 401k). Paid time off and holidays.
Wanco Inc. Address: 5870 Tennyson Street, Arvada, CO 80003 | wanco.com
Pay: $125,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
JOB SUMMARY:
The Electrical Engineer - Solar Power Systems is responsible for the professional engineering design, validation, and ongoing support of electrical systems used across Wanco's solar-powered mobile products. The role serves as the primary electrical engineering authority for solar charging, battery storage, DC power distribution, monitoring, and related controls, supporting new product development, production, field troubleshooting, and continuous improvement. This position works closely with the Solar Product Manager, who establishes project priorities based on product, customer, and business needs.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design solar charging and battery systems for mobile products, including array sizing, charge-controller selection, battery configuration, fusing, wiring, grounding, and monitoring.
- Specify, configure, and integrate Victron equipment, including MPPT charge controllers, BatteryProtect, SmartShunt/BMV, Cerbo GX, inverters, and related communication devices.
- Design and evaluate AGM and lithium-ion battery systems, considering capacity, charge profiles, temperature limits, BMS integration, low-voltage protection, and expected cycle life.
- Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, bills of material, specifications, installation drawings, and commissioning procedures.
- Perform electrical calculations and ensure systems meet performance, reliability, safety, and applicable code requirements.
- Provide formal engineering review and technical validation of electrical designs, calculations, specifications, and product changes before release.
- Support component selection and qualification for batteries, solar panels, controllers, wiring, connectors, and other electrical components.
- Support prototype builds, production pilots, validation testing, manufacturing release, and ongoing production support.
- Troubleshoot production and field issues, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions or design improvements.
- Develop clear service instructions, troubleshooting guides, and work instructions for production and field technicians.
- Work cross-functionally with Product Management, Engineering, Production, Quality, Purchasing, Service, Sales, customers, and suppliers on product development and improvement activities.
REQUIREMENTS OR QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
- Hands-on experience with off-grid, mobile, solar, battery-powered, or low-voltage DC electrical systems.
- Working knowledge of Victron solar charging and monitoring equipment, or comparable power-system products.
- Practical experience with AGM and lithium-ion battery systems.
- Ability to size and specify wiring, fuses, breakers, connectors, batteries, solar arrays, and charge controllers.
- Ability to read and create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and manufacturing documentation.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to work hands-on with prototypes and production equipment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical issues to non-engineers.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with solar lighting, surveillance, message-board, traffic, or other mobile equipment.
- Experience with 12 V and 24 V DC systems and both AGM and lithium-ion battery technologies.
- Experience with Victron Energy products and system architecture.
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
- Familiarity with CAN bus, Modbus, VE.Can, VE.Bus, VE.Direct, or similar communication protocols.
- Experience with remote monitoring or telemetry systems.
- Experience taking a design from prototype through manufacturing release and sustained production.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Mobility to work in both manufacturing/factory and standard office settings and to use standard office and engineering equipment.
- Ability to safely work around batteries, electrical systems, prototypes, and production equipment. Some travel, training, supplier visits, customer support, or field troubleshooting may be required.
REPORTING: The Electrical Engineer reports to the Director of Engineering for technical leadership, engineering quality, design review, and product release. The Solar Product Manager establishes project priorities based on product, customer, and business needs.
Salary Range: $125,000-$145,000 annually, based on qualifications.
Benefits: Insurance (Medical, Dental, Life, 401k). Paid time off and holidays.
Wanco Inc. Address: 5870 Tennyson Street, Arvada, CO 80003 | wanco.com
Pay: $125,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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The qualifications that appear most often in electrical systems engineer jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
- Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers, and Professional Land Surveyors
- Demonstrated experience with systems integration, schematics, and electrical design software such as AutoCAD Electrical or MATLAB
- Familiarity with aerospace, defense, or energy industry standards including MIL-STD or IEC specifications
- Active or obtainable U.S. security clearance for roles tied to Colorado defense and government contractors
- Strong background in failure mode analysis, testing protocols, and regulatory compliance documentation
Electrical Systems Engineer Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electrical systems engineer in Colorado?
You become an electrical systems engineer in Colorado by earning a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited program, then pursuing licensure through the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers, and Professional Land Surveyors. The path runs from the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to gaining qualifying experience, then passing the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. Many Colorado employers in aerospace and defense also require or prefer candidates to be clearance-eligible from the start.
How much do electrical systems engineers make in Colorado?
Electrical systems 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 systems engineers in Colorado?
Employers hiring electrical systems engineers in Colorado right now include Sierra Space, ALTEN, and CRUSOE, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's concentration of aerospace primes, defense contractors, and renewable energy developers keeps demand for this role consistently strong across the Front Range.
Which Colorado cities have the most electrical systems engineer jobs?
Denver, Arvada, and Longmont have the most electrical systems engineer openings in Colorado. Denver anchors the market with its large defense and energy employer base, Colorado Springs draws heavy demand from the military installations and aerospace contractors in the region, and Boulder's clean energy and research institutions account for a meaningful share of specialized openings outside the two largest metros.
Are there remote electrical systems engineer jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're limited. Electrical systems engineering requires hands-on lab work, hardware testing, and on-site integration that restricts most roles to in-person or hybrid arrangements. About 56% of electrical systems engineer openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in systems architecture, requirements analysis, and technical documentation work rather than test and integration roles.
How can I get hired as a electrical systems engineer in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a co-op or internship with a Colorado aerospace or energy employer while still completing your engineering degree. Large Colorado employers including Lockheed Martin and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory run structured new-graduate and early-career associate programs that onboard candidates without industry experience. Entry-level roles with titles such as junior electrical engineer or systems test engineer are the most common starting points, and pursuing your Engineer-in-Training registration with the Colorado State Board strengthens any application considerably.
Where can I find and apply to electrical systems engineer jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to electrical systems engineer jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings for this role. Search the listings to find positions that match your experience, specialization, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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