DESIGN SUPERVISOR (DESIGN LEAD)

CLP Engineering: A firm like no other: Operations Culture, Consulting ExecutionCLPE is a high-growth electric utility solutions firm that combines the technical depth of a consultant with the hands-on insight of a utility operator, unlike any other firm. Through our sister company City Light & Power, Inc. (CLP), we support massive, 50-year utility privatization contracts nationwide, giving our team unmatched stability and a front-row seat to the operation of over 50 substations and extensive microgrid networks.Why CLPE?- End-to-End Exposure: At CLPE, we have no silos. Our engineers manage the full project lifecycle-from planning and design to field commissioning and operations.- Cutting-Edge Tech: CLPE stands out for its expertise in cutting-edge technology. Join us to take a lead role in advanced microgrid projects (500kW to 10MW) and smart grid implementation.- Balanced Impact: Enjoy a healthy mix of office-based design and field-based execution.- Purpose-Driven Culture: Quickly grow your career in an environment built on accountability, integrity, and collaboration in the mission to modernize the national grid.City Light & Power/CLP Engineering has been recognized by The Denver Post as one of the top workplaces for 2025Position Description:CLP Engineering (CLPE) CLPE is seeking a talented Design Supervisor (Design Lead) with power systems background and 8+ years' experience to join us. The Design Supervisor will oversee a team of drafters and designers, assigning projects and tasks, and provide quality control review of design work. As a hands-on role, this position also develops, checks and coordinates designs and drawings needed for plant electrical systems per applicable standards and codes.Key Responsibilities:- Working with engineering staff, will develop accurate designs complying with recognized drafting standards, company practices, policies and procedures.- Develop plans, elevations and sections of various electrical systems, inclusive of below ground and above ground designs.- Prepare and oversee electrical power system drawings including single line diagrams, three-line diagrams, schematics and wiring diagrams.- Team and project management:Monitor work performed by drafters and designers on project team and ensure high-quality, timely delivery.- Ensure all project comments and markups are incorporated into the project's design documents.- Will perform complete design checks to assure applicable codes, standards, design/drafting standards, and technical accuracy are incorporated.- Create design/construction drawing packages for substation design projects including substation general plan, elevation and detail, bill of material, conduit and cable schedule.- Attend coordination meetings, communicate with project team and field personnel; create/extract reports as required.- Create bill of materials (BOMs) for all components associated with the various electrical system designs.- Perform field verification of existing facilities.- Familiarity with engineering and construction industry standards.- Will play a role with interfacing with the customer to provide technical support and integrate designs as needed.- Exercise independent judgment to develop designs with minimal direction and may concurrently support multiple projects.- Oversee and update the company design/drafting standards with support of the drafting and design team.- Other duties as assigned.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Skills Knowledge Experience:- Associate degree or equivalent in drafting, engineering technology or related field preferred.- Minimum of eight (8+) years of experience, preferably 10+ yrs with design of electrical systems (distribution systems and/or substation ) required.- Proficient with AutoCAD, and/or MicroStation, Bluebeam, and MS Office.- Bentley Substation, AutoDesk Inventor, SDS (Substation Design Suite), Arc-GIS, PLS-CADD, and/or Pole Foreman are preferred, but not required.- Previous experience as a Team Lead or Design Supervisor is strongly preferred.- Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.- Capable of laying out equipment and routing of conduit, cable tray, duct banks, and grounding grids.- Ability to provide mentorship and guidance to others on project the team.Supervisory Responsibility:- Oversee and manage a small team of Drafters and Designers.Work Authorization Security Clearance:- Due to the nature of our work as a Federal Contractor, candidates must be a US Citizen.- Obtain access to a military installation- Valid driver's license is required with a record that meets the CLP Fleet Policy.Work Environment:- This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.Physical Demands:- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.- This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending or standing on a stool as necessary. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.Travel:- Travel to project sites may be 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: $110,000-$140,000/year 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.

Created: 2026-05-02