Electric Transmission Planning Supervisor bei Colorado Springs Utilities

Electric Transmission Planning Supervisor

This job is eligible for relocation assistance to the Colorado Springs area.

Our Electric Transmission Planning team is leading the energy transition for our community and working with other utilities, advocacy groups, and regulators to help shape the energy future in the Pikes Peak region. We are undertaking the largest infrastructure expansion in our electric service history, expanding into regional markets, and integrating utility and customer-owned renewables.

Our team is seeking a people-oriented and results-driven Electric Transmission Planning Supervisor to lead a team of engineers in the development and execution of transmission system planning, operations support activities, and integration in the Southwest Power Pool Regional Transmission Organization (RTO). This role is critical in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and strategic growth of our transmission network. The successful candidate will guide the development of long-term transmission plans that support regional reliability and market efficiency, while also facilitating the interconnection and integration of new generation resources, including renewables, storage, and emerging technologies. This includes overseeing power flow and stability studies, evaluating system impacts, and supporting generator interconnection requests through our division's planning and study frameworks.

In addition to leading a team of transmission planning engineers to ensure reliable and efficient grid operations, you will be:

• Managing power flow, stability, and contingency analyses to support system reliability and expansion
• Developing long-term transmission plans, including integration of new generation and emerging technologies
• Supporting outage coordination and daily operational planning
• Collaborating with internal teams, regulatory bodies, and external stakeholders
• Reviewing and approving technical studies, reports, and planning documentation
• Overseeing interconnection studies and regional planning efforts (e.g., NERC, FERC, RTO)
• Ensuring compliance with applicable standards, codes, and regulations
• Proposing new project timelines, budgets, and scope, and ensuring continuity throughout the project lifecycle
• Promoting continuous improvement and professional development within the team

Who You Are 

• Demonstrated technical experience with and knowledge of power systems engineering and transmission planning
• Desire and ability to lead, coach, mentor, and develop a team of engineers while managing complex technical studies and regulatory requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively in representing our organization in external forums and coordinating across departments
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering is required; Master's Degree is valued
• Possession of a Professional Engineer (PE) License is valued

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• 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 Commitment to Our Employees

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.

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: Earn up to $500 for healthcare expenses, $100 in Visa gift cards, and $400 in gym reimbursements
• 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