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Electrical Engineering Discipline Lead

AECOM · Colorado

📍 Denver, CO, usvia smartrecruitersPosted 2026-09-24
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AECOM is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineering Discipline Lead with an electrical engineering and instrumentation & controls background to be based in the Denver, Colorado, Salt Lake City, Utah, Phoenix or Tucson, Arizona to support mining projects and to help lead and build a team of electrical engineers to support mining projects. Job Summary/Responsibilities Provides technical leadership for a specialty and is considered to be a fully capable professional in their field.  Applies intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. Makes decisions independently on technical problems and methods and represents the organization in conferences.  Resolves important questions and plans and coordinates work.  Utilize advanced techniques and the modifications and extension of theories, precepts and practices of the field and related sciences and disciplines.  Receives direction on unusual conditions and developments. Provides project leadership in the areas of instrumentation & controls, electrical engineering and design, investigations, analysis on multi-disciplinary mining projects. Serve as lead electrical engineer or discipline lead on mid- to large-size projects. Coordinate and direct staff on designs, specifications, drawings, figures, reports and calculations on multi-discipline design efforts. Work with existing and potential clients to provide instrumentation & controls, electrical engineering and design solutions for mining projects. Develop project proposals and work with mining business leader to support and grow the Mining practice. Provides direction and mentoring to technical staff in completing project tasks. Supervision and guidance relate largely to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters.  Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for staff's specific area of expertise. Provides technical expertise for studies and design efforts. Presents complex technical solutions to clients. Performs independent technical reviews of engineering reports and design and signs off on work. Plan, schedule, conduct or coordinate detailed phases of the engineering project, focusing on the electrical and Instrumentation and control designs of mine projects. Provides advice and consultation to clients on engineering matters, including compliance with government laws and regulations. Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering + 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education. Professional Engineering License (PE). A valid driver's license is required, along with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company policy. Preferred Qualifications PE in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Arizona, or ability to acquire a PE in additional states. On-site field experience in commissioning and start-ups for facilities Master’s in electrical engineering or related field of study 10+ years or more of relevant experience MSHA New Miner training Demonstrated progressive experience in electrical engineering, design, modeling, and construction documentation. Progressive project experience including task leadership and project management roles on design and design-build projects. Ability to serve as primary point of contact with the client and develop client relationships. Lead designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, construction specifications, and final working drawings. Work with CAD designers to produce construction-level drawings. Strong written and oral communication, quantitative and people skills Strong work ethic and professional demeanor. Initiative-taking on assignments and demonstrate initiative. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and complete multiple technical tasks under tight deadlines. Estimate and scope electrical engineering projects. Perform work in accordance with agreed upon scope, budget, and schedule. Track and manage task budgets and schedules. Author reports and prepare/or direct preparation of detailed calculation packages including proper documentation and references. Must be resourceful, highly organized, professional with attention to detail and people. Sponsorship will not be provided for this role now or in the future. Relocation is not provided for this role. Willingness to travel to domestic and international locations for projects. At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment. About AECOM   AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disabi

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