David Evans and Associates, Inc. · 12 hours ago
Senior Electrical Engineer, Protection & Controls Engineer, Team Lead
Denver, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$124K/yr - $165K/yr
10+ years expDavid Evans and Associates, Inc. is a company that provides unmatched infrastructure solutions for power delivery and renewable energy. They are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer and Team Lead to guide the technical execution of utility-scale wind, solar, and Battery Energy Storage System projects, ensuring quality and adherence to client requirements.
ConsultingIndustrial EngineeringProduct Design
Responsibilities
Exemplify DEA’s Cultural Drivers internally and externally
Oversee the development of preliminary drawings through IFC plan sets, including providing Quality Control reviews of one-line diagrams, schematics, BOMs, specifications, schedules, and detailed drawings
Lead the coordination with physical arrangement staff to finalize comprehensive project designs
Supervise the use of power system modeling tools (e.g., EasyPower, ETAP) to analyze systems and determine equipment ratings consistent with the basis of design
Oversee preparation of studies such as grounding, cable heating, short circuit, arc flash, and reactive compensation
Review system coordination curves and protective relay settings
Review calculations required for design, such as AC/DC station service loading and cable sizing
Mentor junior staff, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment
Lead office support during project construction, including RFI responses, submittal reviews, and commissioning troubleshooting
Promote effective team working relationships and maintain the technical quality of work
Implement and oversee the project QA/QC plan, ensuring compliance with firmwide tools, processes, and policies including engineering decision documentation, scope of work management, and quality requirements
Manage complex project tasks involving special skills and multi-disciplinary teams
Oversee estimates for labor, material, and construction costs, and draw up specifications for the purchase of materials and equipment
Keep informed of new developments in electric power and integrate them into project designs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in electrical engineering
Ten (10) + years of applicable industry experience
Registered Professional Engineer
Highly proficient in relay setpoint development including SEL and GE relay programming
Highly proficient in applicable industry software (e.g., EasyPower, ETAP, CYMCAP, CDEGS, AcSELerator QuickSet)
Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop technical teams
Strong leadership, written and oral communication, and organizational skills
Preferred
Fifteen (15) + years of applicable industry experience
Experience with power facility construction and commissioning
Experience as Owner's Engineer or Engineer of Record for utility-scale wind and solar projects
Experience managing complex tasks in multidisciplinary projects
Recognized expert in one or more areas related to renewable energy project delivery
Benefits
Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions
Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
Work-life balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
Work Schedule: Flexible 9/80 schedule—every other Friday off!
Retirement: 401k plan
Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement
Company
David Evans and Associates, Inc.
Since its founding in 1976 in Portland, Oregon, DEA has become a recognized leader for progressive and sustainable design and management solutions for complex transportation, land development, energy, and water projects nationwide.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-02-18Acquired
Leadership Team
Al Barkouli
Chairman and CEO
Dave Evans
Chairman Emeritus
Recent News
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