Principal Engineer - Engineering Services
Job in
Denver, Denver County, Colorado, 80293, USA
Listed on 2026-10-29
Listing for:
Mortenson
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-29
Job specializations:
-
Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design & Technologists
Job Description & How to Apply Below
General
Location:
Denver, CO, United States Workplace:
Remote
Schedule:
Full time Posted: SUMMARY Mortenson is currently seeking a Principal Engineer – Engineering Services that will be responsible for a broad range of detailed engineering designs for multiple high voltage substation and transmission projects through 500 kV. Responsible for performing a broad scope of engineering assignments of advanced difficulty requiring extensive knowledge in engineering related disciplines. EXPECTATIONS OF ALL TEAM MEMBERSHigh quality, professional work product performed with initiative, productivity, a positive attitude and behavior.
Team members should cooperate with others in a team environment, accept direction from supervisors, follow work rules and procedures, have punctual and consistent attendance, and accept constructive feedback. Performance should meet or exceed the established standards, goals, and accountabilities of the position.
All team members are responsible for supporting an inclusive work environment along with affirmative action and employment related goals and requirements. Team members should align with and contribute to the Mortenson values and ethical standards as stated in the Mortenson Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and understand and abide by the procedures and practices outlined in the Mortenson Operations Manual.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for the relay protection & control engineering aspects on substation and transmission design projects
Act as a technical specialist who develops and applies advanced engineering concepts and new approaches to unusual or exceptionally complex engineering problems
Interface and present to multiple stakeholders (e.g. customer decision makers, project teams, etc.)Provide technical leadership on many large and small design projects annually across 69
Kv and above scopes
Collect data and make decisions and recommendations that are recognized as authoritative and have an important impact on extensive engineering activities
Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and mature engineering judgment in anticipating and solving unprecedented engineering problems, program objectives and requirements, organizing programs, and developing standards and guides for diverse engineering activities
Responsible for the application of complex engineering skills requiring advanced knowledge
Review and approve equipment vendor drawings and sign off on testing report on major equipment from manufacturers
Provide engineering support for proposals, estimating, procurement and construction
Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and Design Phase Managers to successfully deliver design projects
Mentor, coach and develop junior team members
Assist field personnel in resolving unanticipated site conditions
Plan and conduct work requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, and adaptation or modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria
Conduct project detailed designs aligned with our customer requirements and Mortenson’s best practice Standards Verify that construction is in agreement with electrical engineering design drawings, including preparatory meetings, and QA/QCPerform data analysis and advanced engineering tasks, calculations and studies to develop preliminary and detailed designs for completion of large and small projects
Develop and evaluate the technical requirements and standards for fabrication and construction tender packages
Initiate and maintain extensive contact with key engineers and officials of other organizations and companies, requiring skill in persuasion and negotiation of critical issues
Research engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations
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