Major Projects, Engineer (Entry, Staff or Senior)

Description

Under general direction, the engineer demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of engineering principles and independently develops solutions. Technical guidance is provided for complex problems, and the engineer may lead small‑medium non‑critical projects or support critical projects under senior supervision, while also providing direction to other staff.

Key responsibilities include applying technical standards to address complex design issues, creating and maintaining technical documentation, and delivering ongoing support for operations, maintenance, testing, diagnostics, and regulatory activities. The engineer may oversee field activities such as commissioning and inspections, coordinate critical project phases, assist with bid preparation, and partner with supply chain, legal, and other functions.

• Use engineering principles to resolve complex design and coordination challenges.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation such as designs, calculations, reports, and standards.
• Provide technical support for operations, maintenance, testing, diagnostics, and regulatory activities.
• Lead small‑to‑medium non‑critical projects and assist on critical project phases under senior supervision.
• Coordinate bid and evaluation processes, prepare bid documents, and recommend proposal selections.
• Mentor and guide interns, drafters, technicians, and less‑experienced engineers.
• Manage project budgeting, estimating, forecasting, and work order administration.

Requirements

Xcel Energy is seeking engineers who want to apply their skills in a company they can be proud of. The role offers challenges, learning opportunities, and growth, with placement at a level that matches the candidate’s experience, ranging from entry to senior engineer.

The position offers three level tiers: Entry Engineer (salary $68,300‑$86,500) requiring an ABET‑accredited engineering degree and 0+ years experience, with EIT/FE preferred; Staff Engineer (salary $79,800‑$103,666) needing a degree (electrical preferred) and at least two years of relevant experience; and Senior Engineer (salary $94,600‑$126,134) demanding five or more years of experience, EIT/FE certification, and PE registration may be required.

Preferred experience includes work with combustion turbines or reciprocating engines, especially Siemens simple‑cycle turbines, as well as design work on utility‑scale wind, solar, or battery storage projects. Experience in sizing equipment, cabling, and overseeing construction and commissioning of such facilities is highly valued.

• Entry Engineer minimum: ABET‑accredited engineering degree, 0+ years experience; EIT/FE preferred.
• Staff Engineer minimum: ABET engineering degree (electrical preferred), 2+ years relevant experience; EIT/FE strongly preferred.
• Senior Engineer minimum: ABET engineering degree (electrical preferred), 5+ years experience with EIT/FE (or 7+ years without); PE registration may be required.
• Preferred experience: combustion turbine or reciprocating engine design, especially Siemens simple‑cycle turbines, or utility‑scale wind, solar, or battery storage projects.

Benefits

The anticipated base pay ranges from $68,300 to $126,134 per year, and the role includes a comprehensive benefits package featuring an annual incentive program, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and numerous additional perks.

• Compensation range $68,300‑$126,134 annually plus benefits such as incentive program, health plans, retirement, PTO, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance