Energy Resource Planner – Resource Planner IV

Energy Resource Planner – Resource Planner IV

Job Type:
Engineering/Engineering Support

Pay Range $142,324 to $167,439

Location Colorado Springs, CO

Date First Posted 1/9/26

Applications are being accepted through: 1/20/26

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Energy Resource Planner – Resource Planner IV

* This job is eligible for relocation assistance

Join us as we plan for the future of energy resources...

We are seeking an Energy Resource Planner (Resource Planner IV) to support our vision of the energy future in the Energy Resource Planning team within the Energy Planning & Innovation section. We are planning for the energy transition by adding new sources of clean energy, piloting technologies and systems to connect and modernize our grid, and helping our customers participate and benefit from new renewable resources.

We are also preparing to transition into the Southwest Power Pool Regional Transmission Organization to benefit from its wholesale electricity market, resource adequacy program and other regionalized services. This will support our renewable energy goals, improve system reliability, and provide new opportunities to buy, sell, and trade power. You will be part of helping this transition and further development and implementation of our Sustainable Energy Plan.

• Lead the development of long-range integrated resource plans (IRPs), including scenario modeling, risk analysis, and portfolio optimization
• Manage and develop our PLEXOS energy systems model
• Serve as the technical lead on resource adequacy and capacity expansion
• Translate complex modeling outputs into actionable insights for executive leadership and regulatory filings
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across engineering, finance, and operations to align planning assumptions and investment strategies

• A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Economics, Accounting, Data Science or a closely related field is valued
• Seven or more years of progressive experience in planning and analytics
• The ability to perform complex analysis, planning, and technical writing functions
• A sound understanding of the principles of electricity generation, transmission, distribution, and infrastructure is valued
• Knowledge of wholesale energy market dynamics and trends
• The ability to continuously grow knowledge and abilities through the future energy transition
• Must be a strong team player who recognizes how their decisions may impact others and seeks input from other stakeholders across the organization and industry

• Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or small amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
• Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions within an office working environment.

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.

• 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

• 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…