Electric Distribution Planning Engineer; Springs

Electric Distribution Planning Engineer (Hybrid)

Before learning more about this opportunity, please note:

• Relocation assistance to Colorado Springs is available to the successful candidate
• This position offers a hybrid work schedule to support work-life balance
• This job is a level three engineer (out of five), providing opportunity to grow and develop beyond this position

Shape the Future of Colorado Springs' Electric Grid!

Are you an electrical engineer who wants to make a visible impact on the future of our power grid and our community? Do you enjoy solving complex system and planning challenges while collaborating with experts across other engineering functions? If so, come join our Electrical Distribution Planning team that oversees the planning, analysis, and modernization of our growing electric distribution system serving over 500,000 customers!

You ll contribute to our near-term and long-range distribution planning initiatives for our 12.5kv and 34.5kv distribution systems using advanced modeling and forecasting tools.

• Working on high-impact projects that directly shape our grid reliability
• Working alongside other experienced engineers to drive grid modernization, electrification, EV readiness, and DER integration
• Using advanced modeling, data analytics, and scripting tools to drive decision-making

• Performing distribution system analyses (using Synergi-Electric) related to loading, voltage performance, phase balancing, reactive power, protection coordination, and contingency planning
• Developing and evaluating system improvement alternatives, including cost estimates and justifications to support capital planning and investment decisions
• Creating and supporting long-range distribution plans that anticipate customer growth, electrification, EV adoption, and DER integration
• Supporting and maintaining Synergi-Electric system models, including data validation, troubleshooting, database integrity, and Python-based automation
• Contributing to distribution planning studies and forecasting using LoadSEER and related tools
• Supporting updates to distribution planning, protection, and design guides to reflect evolving grid needs
• Reviewing distribution designs and influencing engineering standards, criteria, and best practices

• Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering is required
• Experience in electric distribution planning, standards, protection, or design is required
• Possession of an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification and/or a Professional Engineer (PE) license is valued
• Experience using Synergi-Electric or a similar distribution modeling software is valued
• Experience with and interest in data analysis, SQL queries, and/or Python scripting is helpful

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)…