Physical Substation Engineer II - Data Centers

Salary Range: $80K - $100K / year 
Based on the Denver, Colorado labor market. 

Location: Lakewood, CO (local/in-office) or full-time remote candidates. 

Role Overview:  

As a Physical Engineer in the Data Center group, you will be responsible for performing engineering design and analysis under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer. You will support client projects and provide quality deliverables that are on time and within the defined budget. 

Essential Responsibilities: 

What you will do: 

• Design Engineer: Your primary responsibility will be working under a lead engineer to perform substation design tasks. Client interaction will be limited at first but will grow as with your abilities. Delegating and checking drafting to designers as needed. 

• QA / QC work: Implement the NEI Quality Assurance Plan. Check the work of designers, drafters, and engineers for overall quality and accuracy. 

Additional Responsibilities: 

• Work closely with Team Leads, Phase Mangers (project lead engineers) and Designers on projects within the department. 

• Perform the detailed physical engineering for all aspects of electric power substations including multi-disciplinary coordination. 

• Typical design products might include general arrangements, elevation views, site layout, bill of materials, equipment specifications, bus sizing for ampacity and structural requirements, grounding plan and details, and conduit plan and details. 

• Review submittals for conformance with (owner, client) specifications and design to meet all required codes. 

• Prepare bus ampacity calcs and conduit fill calcs for physical designs. 

• Manage deliverables and deadlines to ensure they are submitted on time for both internal QA/QC deadlines and external deadlines to client. 

• Check the work of designers, drafters, and engineers for overall quality and accuracy. 

• Perform occasional field inspection and construction supervision services when needed. 

• Ensure that client requirements, specifications, and expectations are being met. 

• Maintain a strong understanding and comprehension of applicable Codes and Standards. 

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

• Complete safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines. 

Requirements: 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree with a focus in Civil / Structural, Mechanical or Electrical from an accredited institution is preferred (Associates acceptable pending relevant experience). 

• Experience: 2+ years of relevant engineering or field experience. 

• Licensure: FE and pursuing the PE at a later date is preferred  

• Skills: Proficiency with AutoCAD, MathCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite. Effective written and oral communication skills. Good interpersonal skills. 

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

Work Environment 

• Hybrid or fully remote work model depending on location and project needs  

• Travel typically ranges from 15–25% and varies by project  

• Combination of office-based work and periodic field engagement  

Benefits & Total Rewards 

NEI offers a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package that include medical, dental, and vision coverage; employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability; a 401(k) with employer matching; paid time off; paid holidays; and paid parental leave. Benefits eligibility and details may vary by role and location and will be provided during the interview process.  

We are a proud equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information. 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.