Colorado Springs Utilities is hiring an Electrical Engineer to support the performance and reliability of our power, water, and wastewater treatment plants through helping oversee the design and construction of plant maintenance and capital improvement projects. In this job, you will leverage your electrical engineering expertise (power generation and distribution) to support small to mid-size projects, and segments of larger projects, while working alongside our senior-level engineers.
This position will be filled at either the Engineer I OR the Engineer II level; determination of level will depend on the experience, skill, certifications and education of the successful candidate.
Engineer I - $88,382 to $103,978 per year
Engineer II - $106,893 to $125,756 per year
A day in the life of an Electrical Engineer may include:
Performing engineering design & project management for plant engineering projects, including developing budgets, estimating project costs, tracking changes, & monitoring schedules
Performing analysis and review of unit and component conditions, technical drawings, cost, specification design, and feasibility
Coordinating and performing inspections and routine and special tests, and participating in onsite audits
Developing, recommending, and implementing policies, procedures, processes, guidelines, and standards concerning engineering best practices and techniques
Conducting engineering studies and research
Serving as a subject matter expert for compliance with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) generation standards for power plants
Monitoring changes and trends in federal and state laws and regulations, and developing new procedures and programs based on new regulations
Creating and maintaining computer models to aid in analysis, design and operation of systems
Performing short and long range planning on future projects
Serving as a resource to field and support engineering staff
Facilitating public process and other meetings, and partnering with customers and stakeholders
Administering contracts to ensure compliance with engineering and materials standards
Preparing, maintaining, and submitting reports and performing technical review of engineering reports from outside consultants
Who You Are
The following knowledge, skills, and expertise are valued (but not required) for this job:
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
Knowledge of best practice electrical engineering theories, techniques, and procedures
Knowledge of control systems, utility operating policies, procedures, and processes
Knowledge of project management principles and best practices
Skill in AutoCAD drafting software
Knowledge of fossil fuel, hydro-electric, and combined cycle power plant engineering
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
The military job codes/duty codes most closely related to this role are: 120A, 12A, 51S, 881A, 32E1, 32E2, 32E3, 32E4, 32EX, 5311, 5904, 5310, 122, 5960, 8004, 144, 1301, 1302, 1310, 2070, 6004, 6005, 9620, 9622, 9624, 9626, 9630, 9631, 9632
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS
- Exerts up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a small amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those required for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a small amount, a job should be rated Light Work when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree or when it requires sitting most of the time, but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls and/or when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is small. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding work even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.
- Positions in this class typically require reaching, standing, walking, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
Who We Are…In 1924, Colorado Springs voted to create a four-service public utility; electricity, natural gas, water and wastewater services. Since then, as a municipal utility, our focus has been on the basics - providing exceptional customer service while keeping costs low. As an employee, you will have an opportunity to contribute ideas and solutions in an engaging, dynamic team environment.
Our Commitment to Our Employees…
Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.
Time Off to Recharge
Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month
Financial & Retirement Security
Additional Support
Colorado Springs Utilities is the largest community-owned, not-for-profit, four-service utility in the nation. For 100 years, we have provided safe, reliable and competitively priced electric, natural gas, water and wastewater services. We care about our community's well-being, support local business and have an interest in all things that help make Colorado Springs a great place to live, work and play.
