Civil Project Engineer I/II - Substations

Colorado Springs Utilities•Colorado Springs, CO

16d•$75,566 - $114,254

About The Position

Colorado Springs Utilities is seeking a Civil, Mechanical, or Structural Engineer to join the Electric Advanced Design team. In this position, you will provide civil and mechanical design as well as technical support for substation and transmission projects. Our system is growing, and we are building our Electric Advanced Design team for the future. As an integral member of the Electric Advanced Design team, this position provides an opportunity to contribute your civil/mechanical engineering expertise to a wide range of projects. In joining the Electric Advanced Design group, you will gain membership to a highly skilled and experienced team that routinely leverages its technical expertise to serve in our municipal utility’s System Planning and Projects Division. This position is being posted at multiple levels; based on your experience and skills, will determine which level you are starting at.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Structural Engineering (Engineering Technology Degrees do not qualify) from an accredited university is required for this position.
The ideal candidate should offer 1 or more years of experience in structural engineering, analysis, and foundation design, ideally with experience in the civil/mechanical/structural design of substations.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge and application of industry standards, safety standards, and current design codes such as AISC, ACI, ASCE 113, IEEE, NESC, and others
Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D
Experience with structural modeling software such as STAAD Pro
Project and contract management
Substation design requirements and construction techniques
High-voltage transmission structure and foundation design
Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate, using both written and verbal communications, with diverse groups

Responsibilities

Provide support in the development of design layouts, scopes, and estimates for substation projects
Assist with the development of physical designs for new substations and expansion of existing substations, including site grading, drainage and erosion control, access roads, and fences
Perform structural design and analysis of anchorages, steel structures, connections, concrete foundations, and spill containments using industry codes and standards, ensuring adherence to environmental and safety requirements
Work with Project Managers, Electrical Engineers, Designers, and other Civil/Structural team members to confirm all project requirements are addressed
Develop project schedules and ensure all tasks are completed on time to support project delivery and completion
Visit project sites and work with field teams to develop solutions and corresponding designs
Work with internal and external sources to get designs fabricated, reserve or procure materials, and deliver to the sites
Review contracts and specifications to ensure compliance with engineering and material standards
Evaluate and monitor outside consultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure compliance with specifications, bid proposals, and obligations

Benefits

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 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