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Electrical Engineer I - Substation (Entry-Level)

Job Type: **Engineering/Engineering Support**

Pay Range **$73,000 to $91,000**

Location **Colorado Springs, CO**

Date First Posted **5/23/25**

Applications are being accepted through: 6/13/25

_*If no date is displayed, applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 5 days of being posted._

Electrical Engineer I - Substation (Entry-Level)

Our Substation Engineering team ensures our substation equipment and controls meet the needs for our transmission and distribution systems and infrastructure today and tomorrow. We are hiring an **Electrical Engineer I** to perform electrical engineering design work for our substations, along with specifying and procuring substation equipment and materials. You will also have the opportunity to lead project and construction management for substation-related projects for our Electric Planning, Electric Construction, Operations, and Energy Supply teams. The work that you will do ensures the safe and reliable delivery of electricity to over 500,000 customers in the Pikes Peak Region!

Check out this video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X64gHzPBziw#xd\_co\_f=NGJjNTk3MTItYmZmMi00YTlkLTkxNWEtZDc5ZDgzZTA1M2Zj~) to learn more about our team!

Engineering Design Responsibilities

+ Assisting with reviewing and documenting engineering and construction standards under the guidance of senior engineers

+ Developing foundational knowledge of substation equipment and design practices through training and project assistance

+ Attending cross-functional meetings to observe technical discussions and gain awareness of organizational processes

+ Supporting the preparation of design documentation and drawings under supervision, ensuring accuracy and completeness

+ Assisting with technical tasks during project phases such as design and construction with close oversight from experienced engineers

Project Management Responsibilities

+ Facilitating project meetings and effectively communicating between stakeholders and project teams

+ Assisting with gathering data and preparing documentation to support the development of project scope, schedule, and budget

+ Supporting project execution activities by tracking tasks and milestones, and escalating issues to project leads as needed

+ Assisting with tracking and organizing materials and equipment lists, and coordinating with procurement or warehouse teams

+ Maintaining project documentation and assisting with tracking changes and updates while reporting progress to project teams

Procurement Management Responsibilities

+ Coordinating with our procurement department to purchase equipment and services through bid and/or proposal processes

+ Assisting with drafting portions of statements of work and compiling materials lists based on project specifications

+ Helping track project schedules and contractor timelines, and reporting any deviations or concerns to project leads

Who You Are

+ A Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering is **_required_** - an emphasis in Power Systems is **_valued_**

+ Possession of a valid, unrestricted driver's license is **_required_** - the essential functions of this job require operating a Colorado Springs Utilities' vehicle

+ Ability to collaborate, communicate effectively, take initiative, and strong detail orientation

The military job codes/duty codes most closely related to this role are: 120A, 12A, 51S, 881A32E1, 32E2, 32E3, 32E4, 32EX5311, 5904, 5310, 122, 5960, 8004, 1441301, 1302, 1310, 2070, 6004, 6005, 9620, 9622, 9624, 9626, 9630, 9631, 9632

Who We Are

+ One of the largest four-service public utilities in the nation (over 500,000 customers)

+ A national leader in reliability (power on an average of 99.991% of the time)

+ Diamond Designation recipient from the American Public Power Association – a utility sector leader in reliability, safety, workforce development, and system improvements

+ Located at the base of the Rocky Mountains in the third-most desired city to live in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2024)

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 do not 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 – Because everybody needs time off to recharge

+ Vacation – New employees accrue 13 days of paid time off to start, while our more tenured employees accrue 24 days per year

+ Personal Leave –3 days per year of personal leave

+ Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year

+ Sick Leave – Accrue 12 days of sick leave annually for those days when you or a family member is feeling under the weather

+ Vacation Buy – Purchase up to 40 hours of additional vacation time

+ Pension Plan – Looking forward to a comfortable lifestyle once you’re done working? The Colorado Public Employees’ Retirement Association (PERA) provides you with retirement benefits and peace of mind when you retire

+ Medical – Select from three comprehensive medical plans, starting at $0 per month. Employees also enjoy access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA). (effective the 1st of the month following your start date)

+ Wellness Program – Voluntary wellness program that allows you and your spouse to each earn up to $500 to use towards healthcare expenses, $100 in Visa gift cards, and up to $400 in gym membership reimbursements

+ Dental – Select from two dental plans, with in-network PPO preventive care covered at 100% and access to orthodontia coverage (effective the 1st of the month following your start date)

+ Vision – Voluntary plan that covers full vision care services and discounts on LASIK eye surgery (effective the 1st of the month following your start date)

+ Retirement Saving Programs – Supplement your pension plan with voluntary retirement programs such as the PERAPlus 401(k) and MissionSquare’s Roth IRA and 457 plans

+ Disability Coverage – Short-Term (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance available for purchase (effective the 1st of the month following your start date)

+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Makes the going a little easier by aiding with mental health, stress management, work-life balance, financial and legal matters, and much more

+ Long-Term Care Insurance (LTC) – Whether it's due to an accident or a serious illness, LTC insurance is available for purchase to help you and your loved ones (effective the 1st of the month following your start date)

+ Life Insurance – Company-paid life insurance and supplemental coverage available (effective the 1st of the month following your start date)

+ Tuition Reimbursement – Employees are eligible to receive up to $5,250 annually for Tuition Reimbursement

+ Qualifying Public Service Employer – Payments made towards student loans may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

_ATTENTION_** **_:_

+ _All positions will be posted for a minimum of 5 calendar days._

+ _Starting pay will be determined within the posted pay range based on the experience, education, and training of the successful candidate; if there is a single pay rate posted, the job starts at that rate._

+ _Colorado Springs Utilities does not sponsor work visas of any kind (including but not limited to H-1B, TN, or F-1 student visas with an OPT extension)._ **_Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States._**

**Colorado Springs Utilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.** Our differences make us richer. Learning and growing from one another makes us more than what we were. We want our workforce to be as diverse as our business and recognize the limitless benefits of this commitment. Our desire is to have the organization reflect the diversity of the Pikes Peak Region. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, it is our commitment that no person shall be unlawfully discriminated against because of race, color, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, religious convictions, veteran status, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Affirmative Action is Colorado Springs Utilities’ effort to ensure positive steps are taken to have a representative workforce reflective of the relevant available labor force.

For more information regarding applicant rights, visit https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

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**E-Verify and Right to Work Notice** . Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Colorado Springs Utilities participates in E-Verify. For more information on your rights and responsibilities as an applicant, please visit: http://coloradospringsutilities.jobs/applicants-rights-and-responsibilities/ . If you have a legal right to work in the United States, there are laws to protect you against discrimination in the workplace. You should know that no employer can deny you a job or fire you because of your national origin. Unless mandated by law or government contract, employers cannot require you to be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident or refuse any legally acceptable documents. If any of these things have happened to you, you may have a valid charge of discrimination that can be filed with the OSC. Contact the OSC for assistance in your own language. Call 1-800-255-7688. TDD for the hearing impaired is 1-800-237-2515. In the Washington, D.C., area, please call 202-616-5594, TDD 202-616-5525 Or write to: U.S. Department of Justice Office of Special Counsel NYA 950 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. Washington, DC 20530.

**Have a question?** If you have a question about a position or need assistance from a recruiter, email us at [email protected] or call 719-668-7500.

Job Type: Engineering/Engineering Support