Electrical Engineer III or IV - SCADA

Electrical Engineering

$108700-167100 / year
Permanent
Permanent
Job ID: 63500900

Job Description

Title: Electrical Engineer - SCADA
Location: Denver, CO
Hire Type: Direct
Compensation: $140,000/year 
Must have Skill Set: P.E License 

 

Overview:

Mortenson is currently seeking a Engineer III or IV - SCADA that will be responsible for a broad range of detailed engineering designs for high voltage substation and transmission projects through 500 kV. Candidate will be responsible for working closely with other engineering and design team members to coordinate overall design package and requirements. They will be responsible for performing a broad scope of engineering assignments of advanced difficulty requiring knowledge in engineering-related disciplines. They shall be capable of independently evaluating, selecting, and applying standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria by using judgment in making adaptations and modifications and providing interpretations and conclusions.
This position offers opportunities at both levels 3 and 4, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation for this role is determined based on factors such as experience and location.  

Job Duties: 

· Responsible for SCADA design and on-site integration of SCADA systems for utility-scale Wind, Solar, Storage substation applications.
· Create/Support basic Network Switch configs
· Create/Support basic SEL HMI programs
· Create/Support basic SEL RTU programs
· Create/Support fiber diagrams
· Create/Support Comm block diagrams
· Support SCADA integration Activities
· Works independently with high level direction from Engineering Lead, Principal Engineer, or Engineering Manager.
· Performs data analysis and engineering tasks for completion of small projects
· Perform engineering calculations required for SCADA designs supporting projects
· Assists with the review and approval of equipment vendor drawings and test reports on equipment from manufacturers with Lead Engineer or Manager review and approval
· Provide engineering support for proposals, estimating, procurement and construction
· Review of engineering work produces a first-time review rate of documents at 75% correct.
· Provides technical support to personnel/cross functional teams supporting the assigned project by performing moderate level engineering calculations, data analysis, and engineering tasks.
· Assist field personnel in resolving unanticipated site conditions.
· Basic project management and analytical problem-solving skills
· Understanding of discipline specific technical designs, QA/QC procedures, and engineering policies
· Basic knowledge of engineering principles, business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements
· Assist in the development and evaluation of the technical requirements for fabrication and construction tender packages

Qualifications: 

 Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related Engineering program

· PE license
· 4+ years of related work experience in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) industry
· Proficient in engineering theories and principles
· Proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations
· Basic programming knowledge
· Strong analytical problem-solving skills
· Ability to work on a team and alone
· Ability to travel up to 25% to project sites to assist with SCADA integrations. Typically, 1 week at a time to a project location.


Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Meet Your Recruiter

Mason Curtis
Mason Curtis
Mason Curtis

Senior Recruiter

Mason Curtis is an Energy, Infrastructure & Construction Specialist at Sterling Engineering with more than seven years of recruiting experience, including one year with Sterling. He focuses on connecting skilled candidates with opportunities across energy, infrastructure, and construction, helping clients build strong teams while supporting candidates through meaningful career moves.

Mason is committed to understanding each candidate’s experience, goals, and potential, then advocating for opportunities where they can succeed long-term. His approach is rooted in persistence, communication, and a genuine desire to help people move forward in their careers.

That commitment is reflected in the feedback he receives from candidates. One candidate shared that Mason went above and beyond to help them earn an interview opportunity, even when they were up against individuals with more experience. Mason’s advocacy helped open the door to a role where the candidate now feels valued, supported, and grateful to be part of a company they respect.

For Mason, recruiting is about more than filling positions. It is about creating opportunities that can have a lasting impact on people’s lives, careers, and futures.

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