Regional Transmission Planning Engineer
Xcel Energy
Plan and execute transmission projects to ensure reliability and meet net‑zero goals
15 days ago ago
$94,600 - $152,766
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Minneapolis, MN
Hybrid
Company Size
14,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Technical Services
Design
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Utilities
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Government
Role
What you would be doing
budgeting
team leadership
project management
technical r&d
standards development
bid management
- May provide overall coordination of processes related to budgeting, estimating, forecasting, accounting and work order management, in support of existing engineering projects or packaging proposals for future projects.
- May provide oversight of engineers, interns, craft personnel, technicians and other professionals. Forms mentoring relationships with less experienced engineers for the transfer of knowledge and continuous self-development of technical skills and competencies. Demonstrates effective leadership skills.
- May lead multiple critical and/or complex projects including research, design, equipment specification & selection, installation, start-up, commissioning and evaluation of work progress and results.
- As a recognized internal technical SME, conceives plans and conducts research to develop procedures, codes and standards in problem areas of considerable scope and complexity and supports the development of technical documentation through a series of complex and conceptually related studies requiring unconventional or innovative approaches.
- Serves as organization spokesperson on advanced projects and/or programs. Is influential in all forms of communications with internal and external business.
- Exercises authority and technical leadership on assignments that are often self-initiated and self-directed. Assignments are strategic and have significant long-term implications to achievement of overall business objectives.
- Acts as advisor to management and customers on advanced technical research studies and applications. Manages bid/evaluation processes which include the preparation of bid documents, completion of technical evaluations for proposals and the review and approval of recommendations for selection.
What you bring
eit/fe
pe
5+ yrs
transmission modeling
electrical eng
abet
- Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization.
- Applies extensive technical expertise and has a higher-level understanding of the basic principles of other related disciplines. Fully demonstrates the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level by applying advanced technical principles, theories and concepts, and contributes to the development of new principles, concepts and technical standards. Fully demonstrates unique technical skills.
- 5+ years relevant engineering experience with EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) required; 7+ years relevant engineering experience without EIT/FE.
- Transmission Planning or Modeling experience (PSLF, PSSE, TARA, PROMOD, etc).
- Preferred PE (Professional Engineer) registration may be required depending on business need.
- Required bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum, electrical engineering degree preferred.
- 9+ years relevant engineering experience with PE (Professional Engineer) registration required; 15+ years relevant engineering experience without PE.
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Company
Overview
1909
Year Established
The company has a history spanning over a century, demonstrating its long-standing presence in the energy sector.
- hidden炳 Renewable energy solutions, including wind and solar power.
- hidden炳 Reducing carbon emissions and increasing clean energy generation.
- hidden炳 Large-scale renewable projects like the Rush Creek Wind Project in Colorado.
- hidden炳 Service offerings cover residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs with an emphasis on sustainability.
- hidden炳 Leader in energy efficiency programs, helping customers reduce consumption and costs.
- hidden炳 Innovates in the energy sector, balancing economic and environmental goals.
90% Reduction
CO2 Emissions
Achieved a significant reduction in carbon dioxide emissions through sustainable practices and energy efficiency initiatives.
20 Hours
Employee Training
Provides employees with 20 hours of annual training focused on professional development and personal growth opportunities.
- Fosters a culture of innovation and creativity.
- Encourages open communication and collaboration.
- Values diversity and inclusion within the workplace.
- Supports community engagement and corporate social responsibility.
57% reduction
Carbon emissions from electricity
Achieved a 57% reduction in carbon emissions from 2005 levels as of early 2025.
1.5 million EVs
Electric vehicles enabled by 2030
Plans to enable 1.5 million electric vehicles by 2030 as part of broader sustainability goals.
$45 billion investment
In renewable energy projects
Investing $45 billion in generation, transmission, and other clean energy projects over five years (2024–2029).
54% carbon-free energy
In 2023
Achieved a 54% share of carbon-free energy in 2023, contributing to long-term sustainability goals.
- Plans for zero-carbon fleet and enhanced EV charging infrastructure by 2030/2035 include enabling 1.5 million electric vehicles and achieving $1/gallon equivalent fuel savings for customers.
- Investing in 4,000 MW+ of new wind and solar capacity by 2032, with all coal plants retiring by 2030 and nuclear energy extended until 2040.
- Developing battery storage technologies, such as a 10 MW iron-air battery, and piloting innovative solutions like hydrogen, RNG, heat pumps, and smart water heaters.
- Built a network of ~750 high-speed public EV charging stations in Minnesota and Wisconsin by 2026, alongside a home charger installation program to support widespread EV adoption.
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