Electrical Engineering Supervisor

City Light & Power•Denver, CO

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

CLP Engineering (CLPE) is seeking an Electrical Engineering Supervisor to lead a team responsible for planning, designing, constructing, operating, and maintaining electrical distribution systems for clients. The role covers the full project lifecycle, from design and planning through field commissioning and operations, with work on substations, distribution systems, microgrids, and smart-grid projects. The supervisor oversees a small engineering team, serves as the technical engineer for project deliverables, and acts as an interface with customers and construction teams. The position combines office-based design with field-based execution and includes overnight travel to job sites. The work environment is described as collaborative, with a hybrid work schedule and an emphasis on employee support, work-life balance, and professional growth. Candidates must be U.S. citizens, obtain Military Base Access Security Clearance, and hold a valid driver’s license meeting CLP Fleet Policy requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an accredited university.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
At least eight years of work experience in the electric utility industry.
Demonstrated leadership capabilities and ability to motivate, guide, and oversee daily responsibilities.
Expert knowledge of medium-voltage electrical substations and distribution systems.
Expertise in power system analysis using ETAP or similar software, distribution system modeling, and protective device coordination.
Experience preparing drawings, specifications, reports, and other technical documentation.
Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and multitasking skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to obtain Military Base Access Security Clearance.
Valid driver’s license with a record meeting CLP Fleet Policy requirements.

Nice To Haves

Emphasis in power systems in the electrical engineering degree.
Experience with MS Project.

Responsibilities

Maintain broad and in-depth knowledge of principles, practices, procedures, and standards for utility power substations and distribution systems.
Design sub-transmission systems, substations, switching stations, and complex commercial and industrial power distribution systems.
Oversee an engineering team developing specifications, calculations, design drawings, bills of materials, and related project documents.
Serve as the technical engineer responsible for project deliverables, technical reviews, and compliance with customer standards and industry codes and standards.
Develop design alternatives, engineering calculations, analyses, and estimates for substation and distribution system improvement projects.
Support project execution through construction as the Owner’s Engineer, including answering project RFIs.
Provide technical input for engineering and construction cost estimates and schedules for large-scale electric distribution and substation projects.
Serve as the customer interface and foster relationships during project execution.
Perform site surveys for major upgrade projects and participate in pre-construction job walks with clients and construction contractors as needed.
Maintain an understanding of power system modeling and protection philosophies and schemes.
Mentor junior engineers and guide their professional development.
Oversee and manage a small team.