Engineering Lead-Studies
Mortenson
Lead engineer overseeing power system studies for utility-scale renewable projects.
3 days ago ago
$108,600 - $162,900
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
CO-Denver-Office-3083 Walnut Street | MN, United States
Hybrid
Company Size
4,800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Power Generation
Power Delivery
Civil Construction
Renewable Energy
Wind
Solar
Green Hydrogen
Energy Storage
Role
What you would be doing
data analysis
design coordination
procurement support
qa/qc
stakeholder interface
team management
- Managed other team members and worked through personnel issues successfully
- Managed team scheduling and balancing competing priorities for successful implementation of the work for the team
- Support studies methodology development that shape analysis practices aligned with our customer requirements and Mortenson’s best practice standards
- Provide engineering support for proposals, estimating, procurement, and construction
- Verify that construction agrees with electrical engineering design drawings
- Assist with the review and approval of equipment vendor drawings and test reports on equipment from manufacturers
- Interface and present to multiple stakeholders (e.g. customer decision-makers, project teams, etc.)
- Assist in the implementation of a QA/QC process
- Mentor, coach and develop junior team members
- Assist in the development and evaluation of the technical requirements for procurement and construction packages
- Responsible for working closely with other engineering and design team members to coordinate the overall design package and requirements
- Assist field personnel in resolving unanticipated site conditions
- Perform data analysis and basic engineering calculations required for designs from low voltage through 500 kV substations.
- Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and Design Phase Managers to successfully deliver design projects
- Evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria by using judgment in making adaptations and modifications and providing interpretations and conclusions with support from other Engineers
- Assists higher and lower-level engineers in the completion of large complex projects
What you bring
pe certification
masters/phd
power engineering
system modeling
communication
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strongly preferred Masters or PhD Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or related Engineering program
- Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.
- Professional Engineering (PE) certification
- Experienced in electrical power engineering theories and principles
- Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
- Degree is from a school of engineering with accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum
- Experienced in researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations
- 10+ years of related work experience in system studies, ideally for wind, solar, storage projects. Including modeling inverter generation systems with a strong understanding of power flows, short circuit, reactive power, losses, TOV, harmonics and arc flash. Understanding all inputs, modeling factors and being able to communicate results in report format and verbally to others
- Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
- Ability to travel up to 15%.
- Dental plan
- Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
- Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
- Gym Membership Discount Program
- 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
- Adoption Assistance
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship- visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
- candidates must be currently legally authorized to work in the u.s. without sponsorship.
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1954
Year Established
The company was established in 1954, marking the beginning of its legacy in construction and real estate.
Multi-Billion Dollar
Enterprise Scale
The company has grown into a multi-billion-dollar organization, showcasing its significant growth and market presence.
- The company has successfully delivered major projects across multiple sectors, from high-rise buildings to complex industrial sites.
- Known for its strong focus on sustainability and innovative construction practices, Mortenson has consistently been at the forefront of industry trends.
- A standout in the renewable energy sector, Mortenson is involved in developing some of the largest wind and solar projects in North America.
- With a history of landmark projects, Mortenson has also worked on sports arenas, data centers, and high-profile government buildings.
- The company is not just about bricks and mortar; Mortenson also excels in developing cutting-edge technologies to enhance project efficiency and safety.
- Do the right thing
- We before me
- Inspire what’s possible
-63% embodied carbon
Carbom reduction in facility
Reduced embodied carbon by 63% through on-site energy generation and storage in a mass-timber campus facility.
80% waste diversion
Waste management achievement
Nearly 20 projects have achieved an average waste diversion rate of 80%.
50,000 tCO2e
Carbon offset investment
Invested in carbon-avoidance freshwater projects to offset at least 50,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent.
812.9 MW renewable capacity
Renewable energy projects
Commissioned 300 MW wind and 512.9 MW solar capacity, including Solar Star I & II, with green hydrogen construction underway.
- Targeting zero carbon and zero energy certifications on projects.
- Committed to ILFI’s zero-carbon target for key academic buildings.
- Released a 2022 CSR report to measure water, waste, and reduce carbon footprint.
$962M contracts
Diverse Business Contracts
Awarded $962 million in contracts to diverse businesses in 2022.
- Corporate DEI formalized via Business Resource Groups, mentorship and listening programs
- Founding member and 2023 chair of Construction Inclusion Week
- Women represented across all job levels, from laborers to project engineers
- ‘Cultivating a Culture of Inclusion’ approach embraced diversity of backgrounds, experiences and skills
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