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Job Description:

Responsible for power system analysis in development of new bulk transmission lines and substation facilities. Responsible for planning, coordinating, directing, and providing engineering support for development of the transmission system including planning coordination of Tri-State Member distribution system plans. Assists in technical studies and maintenance of databases and models associated with the Bulk Electric System. Perform engineering analysis in conjunction with neighboring transmission utilities. Will also prepare written reports and presentations on results of transmission system studies and other engineering studies. Perform Electromagnetic Transient (EMT) studies, as necessary.

Note: There is one position available, and this position will be filled at one of four job grade levels: Engineer (Power System Planning) I; job grade 7; Engineer (Power System Planning) II, job grade 8; Engineer (Power System Planning) III; job grade 9 or Senior Engineer (Power System Planning), job grade 10. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire.

Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes : Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 50%, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance, Retirement Option, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits.

Senior Engineer (Power System Planning)

Hiring Salary Range: $106,000-$148,000

Engineer (Power System Planning) III

Hiring Salary Range: $96,100-$133,000

Engineer (Power System Planning) II

Hiring Salary Range: $86,000-$118,000

Engineer (Power System Planning) I

Hiring Salary Range: $77,000-$105,000

Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education and/or skill level.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the development of technical studies for the interconnected transmission system including power flow, short-circuit, stability, and EMT models and application. Responsible for the development and maintenance of transmission line and transformer databases. Also, responsible for the development of capital construction budgets.

• Review and coordinate the development of transmission system additions in support of new load requirements.

• Coordinate construction work plans and long range plans.

• Conduct engineering analyses of joint planning studies and operating studies with other utilities.

• Prepare written reports and presentations documenting the results of transmission system studies and engineering economic studies.

• Present recommended projects to staff, stakeholders, and managers for approval by Tri-State Board of Directors.

• Develop standards for transmission interconnection, service standards and compliance with other planning standards.

• Evaluate contracts and agreements affecting transmission interconnections, transmission service, construction agreements and other documents affecting functional area and make appropriate recommendations.

• Participate in integrated resource planning studies and provide coordination, review and provide engineering support as required.

• Provide technical direction to others and prepare reports and special projects, as required.

• Train and coordinate the work of new personnel, as required.

• Adhere to and demonstrate compliance with appropriate electric utility industry regulatory requirements. Attain knowledge and remain knowledgeable of development in regulations, laws, standards and best practices applicable to the functional area including, but not limited to, Standards of Conduct, Environmental, Employment Law, NERC Reliability Standards and Safety. Must be familiar with, and comply with, all aspects of Corporate Policy C-54, Compliance.

• Demonstrate behavior consistent with Tri-State’s culture embodied in the Cooperative principles and spirit and core values of technical competency, respect and dignity, accountability, integrity, trustworthiness, and servant leadership to empower or otherwise enable others to optimally perform their job responsibilities. Demonstrate and promote ethics and behaviors consistent with Tri-State’s culture, Board policies, and business practices. Understand and fulfill the role and responsibility for all compliance programs within the company.

• Because Tri-State is an electric utility with continuous service obligations to its customers, regular, reliable, and predictable performance of the essential functions and responsibilities is an essential function of the job.

• Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Education and Training

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related area.

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:

• General knowledge of electrical power transmission and substation equipment.

• Working knowledge of related computer programs and applications, including spreadsheets.

• Ability to maintain effective working relationships.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written.

• General knowledge of safety policies and procedures, desired.

• General knowledge of government regulations affecting electric utilities, desired.

Experience:

• Eight (8) or more years (or equivalent combination of experience and education). Note: The above requirements describe the experience and education qualifications for the Senior Engineer (Power System Planning). Those with less experience will be hired at the I, II or III job grade level.

Other:

• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time on an annual basis. (Must possess a valid driver’s license.)

• Must be able to demonstrate that he/she can perform all of the essential functions of the position.

DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Electric utility experience in transmission system planning to include system analysis and planning methods, and project coordination.

• Power option preferred in Bachelor’s Electrical Engineering degree.

• Registered Professional Engineer.

About Us:

Tri-State is a wholesale power supply cooperative, operating on a not-for-profit basis, with 44 members, including 41 utility electric distribution cooperative and public power district members in four states: Colorado, Nebraska, New Mexico and Wyoming. Together with its members, Tri-State delivers reliable, affordable and responsible power and energy services to more than a million electricity consumers across nearly 200,000 square miles of the West.

Tri-State was founded in 1952 by its member systems to provide a reliable, cost-based supply of electricity. Headquartered in Westminster, Colo., approximately 1,200 people are employed by Tri-State across five states.

Tri-State's electricity is generated from coal, natural gas and hydropower, with a rapidly increasing supply generated from wind and solar. Tri-State delivers power to its members through a transmission system that includes substation facilities, telecommunications sites and over 5,700 miles of high voltage transmission lines. Tri-State's transformative Responsible Energy Plan is reducing emissions, increasing renewable resources, developing new energy services and delivering more flexibility for its members.

Job Identification: 334

Job Category: Engineering

Posting Date: 2025-02-11T15:27:17+00:00

Job Schedule: Full time

Hiring Salary Range: $77,000-$148,000

Locations: 1100 W 116th Ave, Westminster, CO, 80234, US

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.