Project Engineer, Electrical Engineering

Project Engineer RDQ, Inc. – Denver, CO, United States

At RDQ, our commitment to expertise in the dynamic realm of engineering is evident through specialized services including Transmission Line Design, Distribution Design, Staff Augmentation, Project Management, and proficiency in advanced software solutions like PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, and PLS-Tower. Our projects span various structures, voltage levels, and geographic locations—from wood to steel structures, 12kV to 765kV, and heights ranging from 25’ to 600’.

With successful executions from Northern New Hampshire to Southern California, our team demonstrates versatility in handling projects of different complexities. We navigate challenges within the design‑build transmission industry, addressing corrective pole maintenance or managing full‑scale transmission rebuilds, bringing expertise and precision to every project and ensuring each project meets industry standards.

We are looking for self‑motivated Engineers to work side by side with our project team on high, medium, and low voltage utility projects. You will handle various aspects of transmission and distribution line design, including 3‑D modeling, structure design, construction package development, routing studies, field investigations, and more with clients across the country. You will see a project through to the construction phase, requiring travel to client sites.

RDQ cares about its people and offers competitive compensation and a benefits package that includes:

• Health insurance
• Dental and vision coverage
• Retirement savings support and profit‑sharing
• Unique work‑life benefits
• Continuing education, training and coaching opportunities*

* We value developing top talent from within and truly want to help you grow and achieve great things in your career.

Diversity is a core value. RDQ is an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by state or local law.

We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing. RDQ will not sponsor applicants for work authorization.

• Plan, direct, and coordinate civil/structural engineering design activities for the construction of electric transmission line facilities.
• Perform civil/structural engineering analysis for transmission facilities.
• Coordinate project schedule and budget.
• Support development of contracts, technical specifications, or drawing bid packages for new clients.
• Meet with clients to maintain and grow relationships.
• Provide technical assistance and training for entry‑level engineers.
• Interact with staff, the general public, officials, and contractors.
• Prepare reports or work on special projects.

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited school.
• 4+ years of experience in utility work preferred.
• Experience in distribution design is a plus.
• Proficiency in PLS-CADD required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• PE License required.
• High ethical and professional standards.

• The job requires the ability to sit for extended periods at a computer workstation, as well as attend occasional client meetings and site visits.
• The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions of this job.

* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

USD $75,000 – $115,000 per year