Transmission Operations Planning Engineer – Senior/Principal

Xcel Energy

. Viewed as the technical engineer or subject matter expert for the organization in the application of advanced theories, concepts, principles, and processes for an assigned area of responsibility.

Posted 4/8/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Colorado, Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $97,000 - $156,600 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Viewed as the technical engineer or subject matter expert for the organization in the application of advanced theories, concepts, principles, and processes for an assigned area of responsibility.
Responsible for major project or several complex projects of moderate to large scope.
Contributes to the development of new principles and concepts.
Serves as organization spokesperson on advanced projects and/or programs.
Acts as advisor to management and customers on advanced technical research studies and applications.
May provide work direction for a team of engineers, technicians and other professionals as necessary to complete assignments.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Required bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum, electrical engineering degree preferred.
5+ years relevant engineering experience with EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) required; 7+ years relevant engineering experience without EIT/FE.
Preferred PE (Professional Engineer) registration may be required depending on business need.
Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Incentive Program
Medical/Pharmacy Plan
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
Health Care Reimbursement Account
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Limited-Purpose FSA
Transportation Reimbursement Account
Short-term disability (STD)
Long-term disability (LTD)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fitness Center Reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement
Transit programs
Employee recognition program
Pension
401(k) plan
Paid time off (PTO)
Holidays
Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
Parental Leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

engineering principlesadvanced theoriestechnical researchproject managementcomplex project executionconcept developmentwork directiontechnical advisory

Soft Skills

communicationleadershipteam collaborationadvisory skills

Certifications

EIT/FEPE