Substation Electrical Engineer
Kimley-Horn
Substation Electrical Engineer
- ID
- 2026-22513
- Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- Discipline/Focus
- Power Delivery, Electrical
Overview
Kimley-Horn's Denver, CO office is seeking a Substation Electrical Engineers to support a wide range of high‑voltage substation projects for developers, EPCs, and utilities. Projects span multiple clients and delivery models, requiring adaptability, strong engineering judgment, and comfort working across varied scopes.
Responsibilities
- Support substation design from concept through construction
- Contribute to physical design, protection & control, or technical support roles
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and utility stakeholders
- Provide engineering support during construction and commissioning
- Assist with proposal development and technical scope definition
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
- 3+ years of substation or power delivery experience
- Familiarity with utility standards and interconnection requirements
- PE preferred but not required
Salary Range
- $90,000 - $110,000
- Eligibile for Performance Based Bonus Compensation
Why Kimley-Horn?
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years!
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
Options
Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 3 days of being posted.
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Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Kimley-Horn in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.
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