Transmission Engineer Jobs in Colorado
Transmission Engineer jobs in Colorado are concentrated in electric utilities, renewable energy development, and grid infrastructure, with demand running from entry-level design roles to senior planning and protection engineers. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Fort Collins are the state's primary hiring hubs, where employers such as Xcel Energy, Black Hills Energy, and Burns & McDonnell maintain active transmission teams. The most in-demand specialties include power systems protection, relay settings, and high-voltage transmission planning tied to Colorado's expanding renewable integration projects. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We are looking for an experienced Transmission Engineer to join our team. As a Transmission Engineer at Campos EPC, your role is pivotal in the engineering, design, and analysis of transmission lines, as well as the development of comprehensive project packages. Join us and be a driving force behind the advancement of transmission line engineering. This is a hybrid role and we are open to hire at any of our CEPC locations; the role will require an in-office presence three days a week (2 days remote).
Responsibilities:
· Responsible for the engineering and design of high voltage (69-500kV) transmission lines using PLS-CADD.
· Prepare construction documents including plan and profile drawings, structure loading trees, and foundation and assembly drawings.
· Conducting detailed analysis to ensure system reliability and efficiency.
· Provide field support during construction.
· Plans, schedules, conducts and coordinates work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, adaptation and modification of standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria.
· Performs work which involves conventional engineering practices, but may involve a variety of complex features.
· May coordinate departmental and divisional project studies and report preparation assignments.
· Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
· Adhere to codes and standards while delivering innovative solutions.
· Other duties as assigned.
Education Requirements (min)
· B.S. in Engineering from ABET accredited program
Experience
· 2-7 years of experience required within Transmission Engineering.
· PLS CADD required.
Engineer I: 2-4 years experience: Salary: $75K- $90K
Engineer II: 4-7 years experience: Salary: $85K-$120K
WHY CAMPOS EPC?
Campos EPC offers industry leading pay, a great team environment, and a rewards system that aligns your compensation with your success. Our continued growth provides career development opportunities and the ability to create your own future. Campos EPC rewards innovative thinking, hard work, and determination. Come grow with us!
Pay: $75,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Denver, CO 80202
We are looking for an experienced Transmission Engineer to join our team. As a Transmission Engineer at Campos EPC, your role is pivotal in the engineering, design, and analysis of transmission lines, as well as the development of comprehensive project packages. Join us and be a driving force behind the advancement of transmission line engineering. This is a hybrid role and we are open to hire at any of our CEPC locations; the role will require an in-office presence three days a week (2 days remote).
Responsibilities:
· Responsible for the engineering and design of high voltage (69-500kV) transmission lines using PLS-CADD.
· Prepare construction documents including plan and profile drawings, structure loading trees, and foundation and assembly drawings.
· Conducting detailed analysis to ensure system reliability and efficiency.
· Provide field support during construction.
· Plans, schedules, conducts and coordinates work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, adaptation and modification of standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria.
· Performs work which involves conventional engineering practices, but may involve a variety of complex features.
· May coordinate departmental and divisional project studies and report preparation assignments.
· Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
· Adhere to codes and standards while delivering innovative solutions.
· Other duties as assigned.
Education Requirements (min)
· B.S. in Engineering from ABET accredited program
Experience
· 2-7 years of experience required within Transmission Engineering.
· PLS CADD required.
Engineer I: 2-4 years experience: Salary: $75K- $90K
Engineer II: 4-7 years experience: Salary: $85K-$120K
WHY CAMPOS EPC?
Campos EPC offers industry leading pay, a great team environment, and a rewards system that aligns your compensation with your success. Our continued growth provides career development opportunities and the ability to create your own future. Campos EPC rewards innovative thinking, hard work, and determination. Come grow with us!
Pay: $75,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Denver, CO 80202
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in transmission engineer jobs across Colorado.
- Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the Colorado State Board of Licensure
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related power systems field
- Experience with power flow and stability analysis tools such as PSS/E or PowerWorld
- Familiarity with NERC reliability standards and WECC regional transmission requirements
- Proficiency in protection relay coordination, settings development, and equipment specification
- Strong written communication skills for studies, reports, and regulatory filings
Transmission Engineer Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a transmission engineer in Colorado?
Becoming a transmission engineer in Colorado starts with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, ideally with coursework in power systems. Most roles at Colorado utilities and engineering firms require or strongly prefer a Professional Engineer license, which you obtain through the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors by passing the FE and PE Power exams. Gaining internship experience with a utility or energy consulting firm during school significantly shortens the path to a full engineering role.
Which companies hire transmission engineers in Colorado?
Companies currently hiring transmission engineers in Colorado include Burns & McDonnell, Sargent & Lundy, and Qualus, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Colorado's mix of investor-owned utilities, rural electric cooperatives, and large engineering consultancies means openings appear across both operations-side and project-delivery roles throughout the state.
Which Colorado cities have the most transmission engineer jobs?
Denver, Englewood, and Lakewood account for the largest share of transmission engineer openings in Colorado. Denver anchors the market as the headquarters base for major utilities and engineering firms, while Colorado Springs draws demand from municipal utilities and defense-adjacent infrastructure work, and Fort Collins benefits from Colorado State University research ties and northern Front Range grid expansion projects.
Are there remote transmission engineer jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're limited. Transmission engineering involves significant field work, substation site visits, and utility coordination that ties most roles to a physical location. About 79% of transmission engineer openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, though availability varies by employer. The tasks most commonly performed remotely are power flow modeling, relay settings development, and technical report writing rather than construction oversight or commissioning work.
How can I get hired as a transmission engineer in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a graduate engineering role or internship at one of Colorado's major utilities or engineering consultancies. Xcel Energy and Black Hills Energy both run structured new-graduate programs that rotate candidates through planning, protection, and operations functions. Candidates from adjacent roles such as substation design, distribution engineering, or power systems research at Colorado State University or the University of Colorado often transition successfully. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and completing any university power systems lab work strengthens an application considerably before a first job offer.
Where can I find and apply to transmission engineer jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to transmission engineer jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your background and preferred location on the Front Range or Western Slope, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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