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Colorado Springs Utilities

Electrical Engineer I/II

Colorado Springs Utilities, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509

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Electrical Engineer I/II Job Type:

Engineering/Engineering Support

Pay Range

$88,382 to $125,756

Location

Colorado Springs, CO

Date First Posted

12/31/25

Applications are being accepted through: 1/12/26

*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/II 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

An Engineering Bachelor's Degree from an ABET accredited university

is required;

Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, with the EE being the preferred

Demonstrated experience (generally 2+ years) in an electrical engineering capacity (e.g., power generation, power distribution, relay protection, and/or electrical systems)

Possession of a valid, unrestricted driver's license is required; this job requires operating Colorado Springs Utilities' vehicles to access our plant locations

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

Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure

Personal Leave –3 days per year

Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year

Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs

Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually

Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month

Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility

Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost

Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan

Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy

Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in a our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP

Financial & Retirement Security

Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind

Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans

Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available

Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans

Long-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needs

Additional Support

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance

Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education

Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness

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 H-1B, TN, or F-1 student visas (with or without OPT or STEM work authorization), or any other employment-based visas. All eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and work authorization must not be based on any work visa.

Colorado Springs Utilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Colorado Springs Utilities is committed to the principles of ... (legal EEO statement retained in full)

Accessibility Accommodations. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting us at accessibility@csu.org or by calling 719-668-7500.

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/ .

Have a question? If you have a question about a position or need assistance from a recruiter, email us at csurecruiting@csu.org or call 719-668-7500.

Job Type: Engineering/Engineering Support

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