Electrical Engineer (Senior or Principal)

About the Role

The Electrical Engineer, Major Projects role supports the development, planning, and execution of dispatchable projects, particularly natural‑gas facility construction and power‑plant retrofits. Emphasis is placed on electrical and control systems such as transformers, switchgear, power distribution, and plant control systems, often across multiple regions and in collaboration with mechanical, civil, and project‑management teams. The engineer acts as a staff advisor and technical consultant, leading complex assignments that require new or improved techniques, procedures, and equipment. Responsibilities include providing technical documentation, field engineering oversight, coordinating project phases from design to commissioning, representing Xcel in bid and evaluation processes, resolving technical issues with internal and external parties, and mentoring less‑experienced engineers while managing budgets and forecasts. • Lead design, planning, and execution of natural‑gas facility construction and power‑plant retrofits. • Provide electrical and control‑system expertise for transformers, switchgear, distribution, and plant control. • Collaborate with cross‑regional project teams, mechanical and civil engineers, and project managers. • Act as primary technical contact on contracts, bids, and external stakeholder engagements. • Develop and improve engineering techniques, procedures, standards, and documentation. • Oversee field activities such as testing, installation, inspections, and commissioning. • Mentor junior engineers and coordinate work assignments for multidisciplinary teams. • Manage project budgets, estimates, forecasts, and work‑order processes.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸design execution
• ▸electrical systems
• ▸control systems
• ▸field commissioning
• ▸procedure development
• ▸budget management

What You Bring

Xcel Energy is seeking motivated engineers who want to work for a company they can be proud of, with opportunities to learn, grow, and tackle challenging projects. The role is positioned at a senior engineer level, with advancement to principal engineer based on skills and experience. Three career levels are outlined: Staff Engineer (2+ years experience, EIT/FE preferred), Senior Engineer (5+ years experience with EIT/FE required or 7+ without), and Principal Engineer (9+ years with PE required or 15+ without). All levels require a Bachelor’s degree from an ABET‑accredited engineering program, preferably electrical engineering, and demonstration of core technical competencies; PE registration may be required for senior or principal roles. • Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET‑accredited program; electrical preferred. • 5‑7 years relevant experience for senior level (EIT/FE required) or 9‑15 years with PE for principal level. • Professional Engineer (PE) registration may be required based on business need.

Requirements

• ▸abet‑accredited
• ▸electrical
• ▸pe registration
• ▸eit/fe
• ▸5‑7 years
• ▸senior level

Benefits

Xcel Energy serves millions of electricity and natural‑gas customers across eight western and mid‑western states and offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health plans, retirement savings, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and various wellness and transportation programs. The company is committed to equity, inclusion, and environmental stewardship, aiming for carbon‑free electricity by 2050 and fostering a workplace where everyone belongs. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics, and accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities. The anticipated base salary ranges from $94,600 to $152,766, with the application deadline of February 5, 2026. Xcel Energy maintains cybersecurity best practices and provides accessibility resources for its website and application process. • Eligible for annual incentive, comprehensive health benefits, retirement plans, PTO, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and other Xcel Energy benefits.

Work Environment

Office Full-Time