Associate Principal Engineer - Civil Engineering (Renewable Civil )

About the Position

As an Associate Principal Engineer in the Site Development group, you will function as a subject matter expert working on NEIs most complex projects. This position will have a high level of autonomy and involve leadership, mentoring, and engineering responsibilities. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment helping with QA/QC and establishing / enforcing best practices and procedures.

Salary Range: $100,000 - $175,000 / year

The salary range above is based upon the Denver, Colorado labor market.

This opportunity is available to both local / in-office (Lakewood, CO) and full-time remote candidates.

Essential Responsibilities

Works closely with Technical Directors and the Vice President, acting as a subject matter expert on the most complex projects within the Civil / Structural department

Performs the review of detailed physical, civil, and structural design and engineering for all aspects of electric power substations including for generating plants, utility transmission and distribution, and industrial and commercial facilities

Typical design products might include equipment general arrangement, elevations, plan, and profile, grading plans, road plans, foundation plan and details, structural steel drawings and details, bus and connection details, bill of materials, building plan, conductor stringing tables, fence details, permitting, and drainage plans

Writes and reviews material, construction, and steel specifications

Reviews submittals for conformance with specifications and design

Assists with the creation and enforcement of technical standards across the department

Prepares hand and computer-based calculations and models for structural designs. Employee should create a simple hand check to quantify the computer aided results

Prepares a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including cost estimates, budget reports, proposals, and studies for complex projects

Performs field inspection and construction supervision services

Checks the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for overall quality and accuracy as required

Maintains a strong understanding and comprehension of applicable Codes and Standards

Attends conferences, training workshops, seminars, undergraduate, and graduate classes as appropriate for advancement and as required to maintain quality of work

Attends safety training and follows safety rules and guidelines

Other duties as assigned

Must Have

Education: Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, civil/structural or mechanical option preferred

Experience: 7+ years of relevant engineering or field experience

Licensure: PE is required

Proficiency with AutoCAD, MathCAD, modeling, and design software such as SAP2000, PLS-CADD, and AutoCAD Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite

Possesses effective written and oral communications skills

Good interpersonal and people skills

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Working Conditions

Work Environment:

Work is performed in an office setting and some field work may be required

Travel:

Typical: 15 – 25%

Physical Activities:

Must be able to lift 25lbs.

About NEI Electric Power Engineering

Serving Others. Enriching Environment. Improving Continually. Quality Results. Voted as a top workplace by the Denver Post for four straight years (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023), our values have been woven into the fabric of who we are since 1982, guiding our decision making throughout the years. As an engineering services firm, NEI’s mission is to create a great organization that serves people and solves problems.

Since NEI’s founding, we have developed a culture of collaboration and accountability across our teams and departments, and externally with our clients across the United States. We believe in two core ideas: hiring great people and celebrating our team members diverse background and unique experiences; bringing in new, unique, and exciting perspectives that can only strengthen NEI as we chart out path into the future.

Team Member Benefits

We believe that taking care of our team members is of the utmost importance. We strive to foster a community of belonging, professional development, and industry involvement; providing our team with the benefits, tools, and support systems to excel in their roles. Out comprehensive benefits package includes:

100% Employer paid team member premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Life Insurance

401(k) with employer matching; 100% immediate vesting

Annual & discretionary bonus programs

Paid vacation and sick time

Employer paid licensure (FE/PE), certifications, seminars, & conferences

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Eight (8) paid holidays including a floating holiday to use at your discretion

Annual Team Building

Hybrid work environment with remote flexibility

Career development, training, and coaching opportunities

Pet insurance

NEI Electric Power Engineering participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your completed Form I-9 to confirm your work authorization in the United States.