Principal Electrical Engineer-Power Systems Location: Greenwood Village, CO CLP Engineering (CLPE) is seeking an accomplished Principal Electrical Engineer-Power Systems for a senior role on our engineering team. Due to the nature of our work as a Federal Contractor, candidates must be a US Citizen. CLPE is a full-service electric utility solutions engineering firm in Denver with more than twenty years' experience in electrical utility system ownership, upgrades, maintenance and operations through our sister company, City Light & Power. CLPE offers a wide range of power system engineering services to investor-owned, municipal, cooperative, government, industrial, and commercial customers. The Principal Electrical Engineer is considered a Specialist in the electrical engineering field and the role impacts the direction and resource allocation of CLPE programs and projects. Duties & Responsibilities: * Possess and maintain broad and in-depth knowledge of principles, practices, procedures, and standards related to utility power distribution systems. * Keen ability to apply expertise to complex problems. * Develop concept design alternatives, engineering calculations, analysis, and engineering estimates for system improvement projects for substations and distribution systems. * Lead the engineering design of sub-transmission systems, substations, switching stations, and complex commercial/industrial power distribution systems. * Develop conceptual and detailed engineering packages for microgrid designs with renewable and fossil fuel generation assets. * As a Lead Engineer, prepare, review, and approve design reports and procedures. * Develop/review complex electrical system models in ETAP (or similar software) and validate various system study findings/recommendations. * Develop electrical specifications for major electrical apparatus. * Maintain strong and responsive company-customer relationships. * Maintain in-depth knowledge of power system protection and relaying schemes for electrical distribution system. * Schedule and attend field walk-downs to determine project requirements. * Prepare cost estimates and assist construction personnel throughout project life cycle with tracking and understanding basis of cost estimate. * Analyze electrical fault events, power quality issues, system loading scenarios and assist CLP crew to implement corrective actions. * Keep current with utility industry standards and codes. Enforce and maintain all applicable standards and codes for O&M, replacement/renewable and new installations. * Provide guidance and mentor junior engineers to help with their career development and oversee their tasks on specific project work. *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Skills and Qualifications: * Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) degree from accredited university with emphasis in power systems required. * Minimum of twelve (12+) years of work experience in electric utility industry to include at least 5 years in a Lead, Supervisor or Project Manager role. * PE License required. * Subject Matter Expert (SME) with power system analysis, distribution system modeling, and protective device coordination required. * Expert knowledge with medium voltage electrical substations and distribution systems. * Previous experience utilizing MS Project (or similar) to prepare time/cost/labor estimates for projects and services. * High proficiency with power system software (ETAP, SKM, EasyPower or similar) * Ability to develop staff through mentoring and coaching. * Must have excellent analytical, organizational and multi-tasking skills. * Strong communication skills, both verbal and written required. * Must be a team player and be able to work with various partners from start to finish. Travel: * 25% to project site locations. Other Requirements: * You must be a US citizen. * You will be required to obtain Military Base Access Security Clearance. * Valid driver's license required. Benefits & Compensation: * We offer an excellent benefits package that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, 401k with company contribution, paid time off and paid holidays. * Salary range: $150,000-$190,000 based on experience plus eligible to participate in Short Term Incentive Plan. * We reserve the right to pay more or less than the posted salary range based on factors unrelated to sex. To learn more, visit our website: www.clp-engineering.com We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/Disabled/Veterans. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.