Project Engineer

City Light & Power•Denver, CO

22d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Engineer supports and oversees the planning, design, and technical execution of electrical power system infrastructure upgrade projects, including substations, transmission and distribution systems, microgrids, grid modernization initiatives, and related control/SCADA systems. Working closely with Project Managers, senior engineers, multidisciplinary teams, external stakeholders, and clients, this role serves as a primary technical point of contact to develop engineering deliverables, coordinate technical activities, and ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with applicable industry standards, utility requirements, and project objectives. This position provides end-to-end project lifecycle support, including assessment, design, procurement support, construction support, and commissioning activities.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering field (required)
5+ years of experience in electrical power system project engineering roles.
Experience with substation and/or distribution system design and upgrade projects.
Familiarity with power system analysis tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, or similar).
Working knowledge of industry standards, codes, and design practices.
Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills.
You must be able to work in the US without sponsorship.
Military Base Access Security Clearance is required for this position.
A valid driver’s license with a record that meets the CLP Fleet Policy.

Responsibilities

Lead the engineering and design of substation, distribution, energy/microgrid, and SCADA projects, including study/planning, design development, procurement support, construction support, testing, and commissioning.
Prepare and review engineering deliverables such as single-line diagrams, schematics, equipment layouts, grounding designs, protection schemes, calculations, specifications, and bills of material.
Support and manage technical aspects of power system studies and technical evaluations, including load flow, short circuits, coordination, and arc flash analysis, to ensure sound engineering decisions.
Support all phases of project execution from planning through commissioning, including scope development, schedule coordination, cost input, and tracking of engineering deliverables.
Manage RFIs, submittments, design changes, and field modifications, and provide engineering support during construction to resolve technical issues and clarify design intent.
Conduct site visits, field walkdowns, technical reviews, and support testing, start-up, and commissioning activities for substations, distribution, SCADA, automation, microgrid and related infrastructure.
Coordinate closely with Project Managers, internal departments, and multidisciplinary teams to align engineering activities with project scope, budget, schedule, and client requirements.
Interface with clients, utilities, EPC firms, vendors, equipment manufacturers, and contractors to support design integration, procurement, and project execution.
Support procurement activities by preparing technical equipment specifications, reviewing vendor submittments and drawings, participating in bid evaluations, and assisting with equipment selection.
Ensure designs and engineering deliverables comply with applicable utility requirements, client standards, and industry codes and standards, including IEEE, NEC, NESC, and other relevant regulations.
Participate in design reviews, QA/QC processes, technical audits, and continuous improvement efforts to maintain quality, reliability, and consistency across projects.
Promote a strong safety culture in design and execution by prioritizing safe, reliable, and maintainable infrastructure solutions throughout the project lifecycle.