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Senior Electrical Engineer in Denver

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLead Electrical Engineer
Location: Multiple Denver, CO - Tulsa, OK - San Anto nio TX or Canonsburg, PA
Contract Position
Up to $75.00 per hour based on matching qualifications and experience
Benefits include Paid Holidays, Accrued PTO, Available Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match after 90 days and more

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Description
Lead the design and optimization of electrical systems supporting critical infrastructure projects, including gas processing & storage facilities, compressor stations, pipelines, and equipment.

This is a high-impact role where you will drive growth, operational improvements, and system safety across complex industrial environments - Reviewing power and electrical systems, supporting new projects and upgrades, while providing overall electrical guidance on capital projects from concept through execution and commissioning.
A successful candidate will have.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and technical leadership
  • Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced project environments
  • A collaborative mindset with a focus on delivering reliable, scalable power infrastructure solutions

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate in the design, implementation, and optimization of electrical power distribution systems supporting pipelines, compressor stations, storage facilities, and power assets
  • Support both new construction and upgrades to existing facilities
  • Integrate advanced technologies including protection relaying schemes and data acquisition systems to enhance operational safety and reliability
  • Implement safety measures such as arc flash mitigation and fault detection systems
  • Review and apply electrical schematics, system layouts, protection coordination, and utility interconnection requirements
  • Ensure compliance with NEC, NEMA, API, IEEE, and other applicable standards
  • Support projects from concept through completion, aligning with schedule, budget, and business objectives
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations teams
  • Mentor junior engineers and promote technical excellence and safety culture
  • Support Pre-FEED, FEED, and EPC project phases as applicable

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering - Professional Engineer (PE) License
  • 8+ years of experience in natural gas, power , data centers, or related industrial infrastructure
  • Strong understanding of power distribution systems, substations, and systems and assets
  • Experience reviewing arc flash studies and implementing mitigation strategies
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and engineering documentation tools
  • Experience with PLCs, instrumentation and HMI systems and control system integration
  • Understanding of systems studies utilizing ETAP or SKM software
  • Project management experience
  • Experience in Pre-FEED, FEED, or EPC project environments

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Senior Electrical Engineer in Denver

Denver, CO
Full time

Published on 04/30/2026

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