Engineer Member System Planning I, II, III or Senior

Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc.; Westminster (CO); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Work Schedule / Telecommuting

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Retirement Option

Long Term Disability

Short Term Disability

Job summary

Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. is seeking a Senior Engineer Member System Planning to lead transmission system planning efforts and coordinate with member cooperatives.

The role involves developing comprehensive planning studies, presenting results to the Tri-State Board, and providing technical analysis for interconnections and delivery point requirements. The position offers a structured salary range ($88,000–$152,000 for various grades) with potential for flexibility

Qualifications

• Eight years of related electric utility experience in transmission planning is required.
• Strong knowledge of electrical power transmission and substation equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and perform planning studies for transmission system and delivery point facilities.
• Conduct technical studies (power flow, short-circuit, stability) and support interconnection studies.
• Represent Tri-State at planning meetings and committees.
• Prepare reports documenting study results and economic analyses.
• Coordinate with Member Systems on construction work plans and long-range planning.
• Mentor new staff and ensure adherence to planning standards.

Skills

Power transmission

Technical analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Spreadsheets

Job description

Job Description Responsible for planning, coordinating, analysis, and providing engineering support for development of the transmission system and delivery facilities in coordination with Tri-States electric cooperatives (Member Systems). Provide power system planning, analysis, and engineering support to other departments and joint planning efforts with other utilities. Reviews and provides planning study reports and analysis for new and modified delivery point requests including distributed energy resources by the Member Systems. Presents requested Member System projects for approval by the Tri-State Board. Prepare written reports and presentations on results of transmission system studies and other engineering studies. Perform Bulk Electric and generator interconnection studies as necessary. Provide technical assistance and analysis for Member System operating concerns. Develops, reviews, and approves Member delivery point requirements and modification requests for compliance with Line Extension Policy and Member Service Policy.

Job Description Responsible for planning, coordinating, analysis, and providing engineering support for development of the transmission system and delivery facilities in coordination with Tri-States electric cooperatives (Member Systems). Provide power system planning, analysis, and engineering support to other departments and joint planning efforts with other utilities. Reviews and provides planning study reports and analysis for new and modified delivery point requests including distributed energy resources by the Member Systems. Presents requested Member System projects for approval by the Tri-State Board. Prepare written reports and presentations on results of transmission system studies and other engineering studies. Perform Bulk Electric and generator interconnection studies as necessary. Provide technical assistance and analysis for Member System operating concerns. Develops, reviews, and approves Member delivery point requirements and modification requests for compliance with Line Extension Policy and Member Service Policy.

Note

There is one position available, and this position will be filled at one of four job grade levels: Engineer Member System Planning I, job grade 7; Engineer Member System Planning II, job grade 8; Engineer Member System Planning III, job grade 9 or Senior Engineer Member 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 40%, 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 Member System Planning

Hiring Salary Range: $109,000-$152,000

Engineer Member System Planning III

Hiring Salary Range: $98,000-$136,000

Engineer Member System Planning II

Hiring Salary Range: $88,000-$122,000

Engineer Member System Planning I

Hiring Salary Range: $80,000-$108,000

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 and performing planning studies and coordinating the development of transmission system and delivery point facilities for Member Systems based upon industry standards and Member System requirements.
• Develop and perform technical studies for the interconnected transmission system including power flow, short-circuit, stability, and related models and applications. Develop and maintain transmission line and transformer databases. Develop Member System related projects for capital construction budgets.
• Perform engineering analyses of joint planning studies and operating studies with other utilities. Represent Tri-State at coordinated planning meetings and committees.
• Perform work independently and with other team members, departments, and Member Systems or their consultants.
• Coordinate with Member System on developing construction work plans and long-range plans.
• Review other team staff reports and analysis, mentor new staff or interns.
• Prepare written reports documenting the results of transmission system studies and engineering economic studies.
• Develop and implement standards for transmission interconnection, service standards and compliance with other planning standards.
• Provide technical directions to others and prepare reports and special projects, as required.
• Present recommended projects to Member Systems, staff, stakeholders, and managers for approval by Tri-State Board of Directors.
• Evaluate contracts and agreements affecting transmission interconnections, transmission service, construction agreements and other documents affecting functional area and make appropriate recommendations.
• Provide analysis and support for integrated resource planning and large generator interconnection studies, operations support, and provide coordination, review and provide engineering support as required.
• Train and coordinate the work of new personnel, as required.
• Adhere to EEO laws and regulations.
• 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) years of related electric utility experience in transmission system planning to include system analysis and planning methods, and project coordination. Note : The above requirements describe the experience and education qualifications for the Senior Engineer Member 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 the essential functions of the position.

Desired Job Qualifications

• 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 electric distribution cooperatives 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 nearly a million electricity consumers across roughly 200,000 square miles of the West.

Founded in 1952 by its member systems to provide a reliable, cost-based supply of electricity, Tri-State is now headquartered in Westminster, Colo., employing approximately 1,000 people across five states.

Tri-State's electricity is generated from coal, natural gas, hydropower, wind, and solar. This power reaches members via a transmission system that includes substation facilities, telecommunications sites and almost 6,000 miles of high voltage transmission lines.

As a member-owned and -governed cooperative, every member has a voice and an equal vote in the future of Tri-State.

Job Identification:

700

Job Category:

Engineering

Posting Date:

2026-08-06T17:50:06+00:00

Job Schedule:

Full time

Hiring Salary Range:

$80,000-$152,000

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.