Engineering Operations Specialist (Utilities)

TL;DR

Engineering Operations Specialist (Utilities): Coordinating the execution of utility-scale engineering projects, including substations, transmission lines, solar, and wind facilities, with an accent on project coordination and operational discipline. Focus on reducing administrative friction for engineers and streamlining project delivery and scheduling.

Location: Remote or Hybrid (Lakewood, CO). Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Salary: $87,000 - $97,000

Company

An engineering services firm dedicated to solving complex power engineering problems and serving utility-scale projects across the United States.

What you will do

• Provide operational support to utility group leaders and project teams, coordinating priorities and commitments across active projects.
• Manage project schedules and milestones to ensure alignment with scope and minimize delivery conflicts.
• Act as an intake coordinator for engineering teams, managing proposal tracking, logs, and pursuit coordination.
• Draft and coordinate professional communications on behalf of engineering leadership.
• Identify workflow inefficiencies and partner with leadership to implement practical operational improvements.
• Maintain shared technical documentation and resources according to company standards.

Requirements

• 3-5+ years of experience in project coordination, operations, or project engineering within an engineering or consulting environment.
• Proven experience organizing workflows and priorities in client-facing, deadline-driven environments.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Ability to travel 10-15% and perform some field work.

Culture & Benefits

• 100% employer-paid premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer matching and 100% immediate vesting.
• Hybrid work environment with remote flexibility.
• Paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.
• Employer-paid professional licensure (FE/PE), certifications, and conferences.
• Annual and discretionary bonus programs.