ELECTRICAL ENGINEER III-POWER SYSTEMS-CO

CLP Engineering: A firm like no other: Operations Culture, Consulting Execution CLPE is a high-growth electric utility solutions firm that combines the technical depth of a consultant with the hands-on insight of a utility operator, unlike any other firm. Through our sister company City Light & Power, Inc. (CLP), we support massive, 50-year utility privatization contracts nationwide, giving our team unmatched stability and a front-row seat to the operation of over 50 substations and extensive microgrid networks. Why CLPE?

• End-to-End Exposure: At CLPE, we have no silos. Our engineers manage the full project lifecycle-from planning and design to field commissioning and operations.
• Cutting-Edge Tech: CLPE stands out for its expertise in cutting-edge technology. Join us to take a lead role in advanced microgrid projects (500kW to 10MW) and smart grid implementation.
• Balanced Impact: Enjoy a healthy mix of office-based design and field-based execution.
• Purpose-Driven Culture: Quickly grow your career in an environment built on accountability, integrity, and collaboration in the mission to modernize the national grid.

City Light & Power/CLP Engineering has been recognized by The Denver Post as one of the top workplaces for 2025!

Position Description:

CLP Engineering (CLPE) CLPE is seeking talented Electrical Engineers with power systems backgroundand 5+ years' experience to join us.Due to the nature of our work as a Federal Contractor, candidates must be a US Citizen.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in designing sub-transmission systems, substations, switching stations, and commercial/industrial power distribution system.
• Develop concept design alternatives, engineering calculations, analysis, and engineering estimates for small-scale system improvement projects for substations and distribution systems.
• Create, update, and maintain GIS database for large-scale electrical distribution systems
• Perform site surveys for new utility service requests, develop concept design alternatives and present the alternatives to CLPE management and the customer.
• Assist Lead Engineers with major capital upgrade projects.
• Analyze electrical fault events, power quality issues, system loading scenarios and assist with implementing corrective actions.
• Gain and maintain intermediate knowledge of power system protection and relaying schemes for electrical distribution system.
• Create system model for large-scale power system in ETAP (or similar software) and perform various power system analysis/studies.
• Schedule and attend field walk-downs with our Customers to understand and determine project requirements.

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

Skills | Knowledge | Experience:

• BS degree, Electrical Engineering, from an accredited university. Power systems emphasis preferred.
• Familiar with power system analysis, distribution system modeling, and protective device coordination
• Five-eight (5-8) years' related engineering work experience
• Experience with medium voltage electrical substations and distribution system
• Experience with ETAP or similar software.
• Must be a Team Player with excellent oral and written communication skills

Work Authorization | Security Clearance

• You must be a U.S. citizen.
• You will be required to obtain Military Base Security Access Clearance.
• Valid driver's license required.

Travel:

• Up to 20% to client sites outside CO.

Compensation | Benefits:

• 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: $100,000-$135,000/year 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.