Electrical Engineering Director (Denver) Job at ZipRecruiter, Denver, CO

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  • ZipRecruiter
  • Denver, CO

Job Description

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At ZAP Engineering & Construction Services , we dont just design solutionswe engineer impact. Our teams purpose is to ensure the successful execution of our clients' projects from start to finish, with constructable and cost-effective designs. From the oil fields of Texas to the mining operations of Canada and the manufacturing corridors of Mexico, our work keeps the industry moving. Headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado, ZAP provides comprehensive engineering, design, and construction management services across North America. Fast-paced, highly collaborative, and unapologetically ambitiouswere not your typical engineering firm.Now, were seeking an Electrical Engineering Director a technical expert, mentor, and operations leader whos ready to shape the future of our electrical team.

About the Role:
Youll lead our electrical engineering discipline, focusing on quality, team development, resource management, and client success. As Engineer of Record (EOR), youll take responsibility for the accuracy and integrity of our deliverables while also guiding the growth and performance of the team. From arc-flash studies to full-facility designs, youll be involved at every levelfrom the first conversation with a client to the final deliverable on-site.

Key Areas of Impact:
  • Be the Benchmark :Set the standard for electrical engineering excellenceevery detail, every time.As Engineer of Record, youll lead QA/QC for electrical deliverables and ensure that every calculation, schematic, and system study reflects the highest level of precision, safety, and code compliance. Youre the technical authority your team and clients rely on.
  • Lead with Purpose :Develop people, shape process, and strengthen team performance.Youll provide mentoring, run technical training sessions, and establish best-in-class standards and workflows. Whether its a one-on-one check-in or a full-team workshop, your leadership style fosters growth, confidence, and accountability.
  • Department Builder :Manage the pulse of the departmentfrom daily workload to long-term growth.Youll balance staffing with project needs, lead weekly resourcing meetings, and recruit top talent as you shape the teams future. Your planning and foresight keep projects on track and the department evolving with intention.
  • Execution Driver :Own the flow of work from concept through deliveryon time and on budget.Whether youre leading an arc-flash study, supporting a multi-discipline facility design, or managing project scope and schedules, youll ensure all moving parts are synchronized and the team is firing on all cylinders.
  • Client Partner: Be the technical face of ZAP for our clientsand the strategic voice inside the room.Youll sponsor projects, manage client relationships, and support business development by scoping opportunities and aligning deliverables with client expectations. Your mix of technical depth and relationship savvy builds long-term trust and results.

What You Need To Be Successful:

  • 10+ years of electrical engineering experience on multi-disciplinary projects
  • 3+ years in a supervisory or leadership role
  • Bachelors degree in electrical engineering (or equivalent experience)
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license (required)
    • PEng license ()
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with experience guiding technical teams through complex deliverables
  • Strong technical background in equipment sizing, medium voltage relay programming, hazardous area classification, and electrical design
  • Strong conceptual and technical understanding of common power system analyses such as load flow, short circuit, coordination, arc-flash, motor starting, and harmonics, with familiarity with common analysis tools (ETAP, SKM, EasyPower)
  • A collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to see the big picture while tracking the details
  • A growth-oriented mindset that derives fulfillment from mentoring and developing team members for success

Base Salary Range:

  • $156,000 $234,000 annually, depending on experience.

Total Rewards Package Includes:
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and long-term success:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Short-Term & Long-Term Coverage

  • Basic & Voluntary Life / AD&D Insurance

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Supplemental Aflac Options

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