Civil/Structural Engineer-Power Systems
Location: Greeenwood Village, CO
CLP Engineering (CLPE) is a full-service electric utility solutions engineering firm with more than twenty years’ experience in electrical utility system ownership, upgrades, maintenance and operations through our sister company, City Light & Power. CLPE offers a wide range of power system engineering services to investor-owned, municipal, cooperative, government, industrial, and commercial customers.
CLPE is seeking an experienced and talented Civil/Structural Engineer III - Power Systems to join our corporate engineering team and support infrastructure projects, including substations, transmission lines, and distribution systems.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Develop detailed project plans, designs, and cost estimates for power systems infrastructure projects, including substations, transmission lines, and distribution systems.
- Analyze project requirements and technical specifications, review design and construction plans, and provide recommendations to improve project feasibility, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Coordinate with other departments, project teams, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure project compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and industry standards.
- Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources, and ensure timely completion of projects within budget and on schedule.
- Conduct site visits, inspections, and quality control checks to ensure that projects meet design and regulatory requirements, and ensure that all documentation and reports are accurate and up-to-date.
- Collaborate with other engineers, planners, and stakeholders to identify and evaluate potential project risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies, materials, and methods in the power systems infrastructure field, and recommend new approaches to improve project outcomes.
*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering from an accredited university.
- Five to seven (5-7) years of civil engineering work experience with focus on power systems infrastructure projects required.
- Candidate must have strong technical expertise, project management experience, and regulatory compliance knowledge to ensure safe and reliable operation of power systems infrastructure.
- Strong technical proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other design software.
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and industry standards related to power systems infrastructure design, construction, and maintenance.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to identify and mitigate project risks.
- Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
- Proficiency in preparation of construction documents, both plans and specifications, for a variety of clients.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to work effectively with stakeholders, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
- Experience performing Construction Observation and Field Investigations
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
- General knowledge of electrical engineering principles and experience working with power systems infrastructure preferred.
Supervisory Responsibility
- No supervisory responsibilities, however, opportunities may be available as the team grows.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
- This is a full-time exempt position. Office hours of work are Monday through Friday. Hyrbrid work schedule. The ability and availability to travel, attend meetings and functions outside typical business hours required.
Travel:
- Travel between job sites with 20-30% overnight travel expected.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance:
- Due to the nature of federal government work, candidates must be a US citizen.
- You will be required to obtain Military Base Security Clearance for this position.
- A valid driver’s license required with a record that meets the CLP Fleet Policy.
Benefits & Compensation:
- We offer an excellent benefits package that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, 401k with company contribution, paid time off and paid holidays.
- Salary range: $90,000 - $110,000 annually based on experience plus eligible to participate in Short Term Incentive Plan.
- We reserve the right to pay more or less than the posted salary range based on factors unrelated to sex.
To learn more, visit our website: www.clp-engineering.com
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/Disabled/Veterans. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
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City Light & Power, Inc Greenwood Village, Colorado, USA Office
6312 S. Fiddlers Green Cir., STE 200 E, Greenwood Village, CO, United States, 80111
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