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Protection & Controls Engineer

Stanley Consultants

Denver, CO · HybridJobSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Location
Denver, COHybrid
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

PE License Or Obtain Within 6 MonthsBachelor's degree

Job overview

Stanley Consultants seeks a mid-level Protection and Control Engineer to design high-voltage substation protection and control systems, lead design efforts across multiple projects, and coordinate technical work with clients and other disciplines. The role includes design calculations, equipment specifications, studies, construction support, and mentoring. The position is hybrid in Denver, Colorado, and requires a BSEE, five or more years of relevant design experience, and a PE license or ability to obtain one within six months.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

High-Voltage Substation DesignProtection and Control DesignElectrical System ModelingElectrical System AnalysisASPENETAPSKMPSS/EPSLFCDEGSWinIGSBluebeamAutoCADAutoCAD EMicroStationLoad Flow AnalysisShort Circuit AnalysisArc Flash AnalysisProtective Relay CoordinationProtective Relay SettingsClient RelationsProposal SupportBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Qualifications

BSEE From ABET University5+ Years Protection and Control Design ExperiencePE License or Obtain Within 6 MonthsWork Legally in United States

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Assistance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Stanley Consultants is an award-winning and industry-leading global consulting engineering firm, with an unmatched commitment to culture, values, and ethics. We are dedicated to client experience and solve the most complex challenges to create a sustainable, connected, and enriched world for all. As the world changes, Stanley strategically evolves with it, integrating the latest technology, innovation, and resiliency practices. With over a century of experience serving the energy, federal government, transportation, and water sectors, we have helped improve lives and shape the infrastructure systems that connect us. As an employee-owned organization with a People First approach, we stand apart from other engineering consulting and services firms. At Stanley, your voice counts, your growth matters, and your success is our success. Stanley Consultants offers flexible work options, competitive pay and great benefits, a strong sense of community, and the chance to build a meaningful, long-term career! Job title - Protection & Controls Engineer Job location - Denver, CO (Centennial) Job type - Hybrid Requisition ID - 11179 We are seeking qualified candidates for a Mid-Level Protection and Control Engineer with a strong background in high voltage substation design. Technical responsibilities will include the design of any / all the following: high voltage substation protection schemes up to 500kV; computer modeling/analysis of electrical systems; preparation of specifications for equipment and systems; report preparation; applying codes and standards and performing and reviewing design calculations. Position will be responsible for leading design efforts and performing design duties with minimal supervision on multiple projects. Must be able to determine client requirements and coordinate technical efforts within discipline areas as necessary, coordinate with other disciplines as needed, manage a design budget and schedule, and be able to demonstrate proficiency in these areas. What You Will Be Doing: Detailed design of protection and control systems for high voltage substations including creating or modifying: - Single-line and three-line diagrams - AC and DC schematics - Wiring Diagrams - Cable and Conduit schedules - Detailed bills of materials, bid units and material counts - Control building and relay panel layouts - SCADA, RTUs and communications systems design - Electrical system studies and analysis software (ASPEN, ETAP, SKM, PSS/E, PSLF, CDEGS, WinIGS) experience preferred but not required - Familiar with typical design software and tools (Bluebeam, AutoCAD, AutoCAD E, Microstation) experience preferred but not required - Load Flow, Short Circuit, and Arc flash analyses experience preferred but not required - Coordination with other disciplines as needed - Performing site visits for data gathering and asbuilts - Writing material procurement and construction specifications & evaluating contractor bids - Protective relay coordination and settings experience preferred - Factory Acceptance, Witness testing and Reviewing shop drawings for Spec / Design conformance - Reviews client equipment and design specs and confirms conformance with industry standards and best practices. - Performs typical calculations such as equipment and conductor sizing, voltage drop, conduit and cable tray fill, AC loading and battery sizing - Generating engineering fee estimates - Providing field support during construction and commissioning - Mentors and teaches less experienced engineers and design staff - Occasional overnight travel may be required for client meetings and or site visits Required skills, education, and experience: - BSEE from an ABET accredited University - 5+ years of protection and control design experience - Experience working directly with clients, supporting marketing proposals/efforts preferred - Experience managing a design budget and schedule preferred - Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills - Must be able to work legally in the United States for any length of time - PE license required, ability to obtain PE required within 6 mos. of hire - BSEE from an ABET accredited University - 5+ years of protection and control design experience - Experience working directly with clients, supporting marketing proposals/efforts preferred - Experience managing a design budget and schedule preferred - Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills - Must be able to work legally in the United States for any length of time - PE license required, ability to obtain PE required within 6 mos. of hire (Salary range for CO location) Stanley Consultants is committed to maintaining transparency in our hiring process, including providing information about compensation. The starting salary for the successful candidate in this position is competitive and will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications and experience, geographic location, internal equity, company policy and practices. In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are disclosed for positions and locations where required. Work-Life Balance We realize there's more to life than just work. We help you meet the demands of work, family and personal life through several flexible options. What we offer: Member-Owned. Member-ownership is at the heart of our culture, aligning client satisfaction, company performance, and personal reward. Paid Time Away. Stanley Consultants offers numerous paid holidays, generous paid time off (PTO), parental leave, and professional development leave. Health Insurance. We provide a comprehensive insurance package including medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, Doctor On Demand, wellness reimbursement, and mental health resources. Financial Health. We offer life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, identity theft protection, and many other benefits. Professional Growth. When your skills grow, so do we, which is why we offer tuition assistance, professional society membership, and more. Financial Rewards. We share our prosperity with members through company stock ownership, a generous 401K match, incentive compensation, and profit-sharing contributions to retirement 401K plans. Click Here: A Great Place To Work ** Learn more about Stanley Consultants in this short video: Working at Stanley Consultants Stanley Consultants does not welcome unsolicited resumes from staffing and recruiting agencies. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to Stanley Consultants, including but not limited to resumes submitted directly to Stanley Consultants members, or any of our representatives, will be deemed the property of Stanley Consultants. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35 (c) Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Women, Veterans, Disabilities. • All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. We are also an equal opportunity

How this job compares

Set against the 10,343 open Electrical Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 6, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • Colorado median$110–160K/yr365 salary ranges
  • US median$43–56/hr385 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 467 open Electrical Engineer jobs in Colorado and 10,343 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Colorado
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Electrical Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (8,581 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 6,711 of the 10,343 open Electrical Engineer jobs (65%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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