The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
Reliability Engineer (Entry, Staff, Senior or Principal)
Aurora, CO · On-site
$112K - $156K/yr
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
Reliability Engineer (Entry, Staff, Senior or Principal)
Aurora, CO · On-site
$112K - $156K/yr
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
Substation Engineer (Entry, Staff, Senior or Principal)
Amarillo, TX · Hybrid
$81K - $106K/yr
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
Substation Engineer (Entry, Staff, Senior or Principal)
Amarillo, TX · Hybrid
$81K - $106K/yr
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
Substation Engineer (Entry, Staff, Senior, or Principal)
Amarillo, TX · On-site
$70K - $88K/yr
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
Substation Engineer (Entry, Staff, Senior, or Principal)
Amarillo, TX · On-site
$70K - $88K/yr
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
Plant Reliability Electrical Engineer (Entry, Staff, Senior)
Denver, CO · On-site
$81K - $106K/yr
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
Plant Reliability Electrical Engineer (Entry, Staff, Senior)
Denver, CO · On-site
$81K - $106K/yr
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
Satellite Engineer - Entry
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD · On-site
$80K - $100K/yr
SATCOM Engineer Entry Clearance Level: Secret Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), MD Education Requirement: · BS in Engineering, Testing, or a related field. · Engineering discipline preferred.
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Satellite Engineer - Entry
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD · On-site
$80K - $100K/yr
SATCOM Engineer Entry Clearance Level: Secret Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), MD Education Requirement: · BS in Engineering, Testing, or a related field. · Engineering discipline preferred.
Power Plant Mechanical Engineer (Entry, Staff, Senior)
Bayport, MN · On-site
$70K - $88K/yr
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
Power Plant Mechanical Engineer (Entry, Staff, Senior)
Bayport, MN · On-site
$70K - $88K/yr
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
Entry Operational Technology Engineer
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$65K - $85K/yr
Entry Operational Technology Engineer The Entry Operational Technology (OT) Engineer is responsible for assisting technical aspects of various professional services projects through implementing ...
Entry Operational Technology Engineer
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$65K - $85K/yr
Entry Operational Technology Engineer The Entry Operational Technology (OT) Engineer is responsible for assisting technical aspects of various professional services projects through implementing ...
Plant Reliability Electrical Engineer (Entry, Staff, or Senior)
Denver, CO · On-site
$81K - $106K/yr
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
Plant Reliability Electrical Engineer (Entry, Staff, or Senior)
Denver, CO · On-site
$81K - $106K/yr
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
Entry Operational Technology Engineer
$65K - $85K/yr
Entry Operational Technology Engineer The Entry Operational Technology (OT) Engineer is responsible for assisting technical aspects of various professional services projects through implementing ...
Entry Operational Technology Engineer
$65K - $85K/yr
Entry Operational Technology Engineer The Entry Operational Technology (OT) Engineer is responsible for assisting technical aspects of various professional services projects through implementing ...
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
Gas Systems Engineer (Entry, Staff, Senior or Principal)
Denver, CO · On-site
$112K - $156K/yr
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
Gas Systems Engineer (Entry, Staff, Senior or Principal)
Denver, CO · On-site
$112K - $156K/yr
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
Entry Operational Technology Engineer
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$65K - $85K/yr
Entry Operational Technology Engineer The Entry Operational Technology (OT) Engineer is responsible for assisting technical aspects of various professional services projects through implementing ...
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Entry Operational Technology Engineer
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$65K - $85K/yr
Entry Operational Technology Engineer The Entry Operational Technology (OT) Engineer is responsible for assisting technical aspects of various professional services projects through implementing ...
Entry Engineering
Napa, CA · On-site
$22/hr
This position assists the Director of Engineering to keep all equipment in good repair with minimum downtime by providing day-to-day maintenance of the hotel. Complete maintenance work orders from ...
Entry Engineering
Napa, CA · On-site
$22/hr
This position assists the Director of Engineering to keep all equipment in good repair with minimum downtime by providing day-to-day maintenance of the hotel. Complete maintenance work orders from ...
Entry Bridge Engineer
$70K - $85K/yr
Entry Bridge Engineer Job Status: Exempt-salaried Location: Join us in either Helena, MT or Bozeman, MT (Relocation assistance may be provided) TOTAL REWARDS We know work is just one part of life.
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Entry Bridge Engineer
$70K - $85K/yr
Entry Bridge Engineer Job Status: Exempt-salaried Location: Join us in either Helena, MT or Bozeman, MT (Relocation assistance may be provided) TOTAL REWARDS We know work is just one part of life.
Transmission Outage Coordination Engineer (Entry, Staff. Senior, or Principal)
Golden, CO · On-site
$97K - $129K/yr
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
Transmission Outage Coordination Engineer (Entry, Staff. Senior, or Principal)
Golden, CO · On-site
$97K - $129K/yr
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as ...
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$112K - $156K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 5 days ago
Xcel Energy rating
8.3
Based on 89 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
16th of 50 rated energy and utility
Job description
Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you're looking for.
The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the entry engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as different skills and/or experience will be required at the staff, senior and principal engineer levels.
Position Summary
This position is designed to develop technical expertise in a particular area of specialty. Performs work that involves conventional types of plans, investigations, surveys, structures or equipment with relatively few complex features for which there are precedents. Activities are of limited scope requiring knowledge of principles and techniques commonly employed in the specific narrow area of assignments. May lead small-medium, non-critical projects and/or provide field oversight of critical projects under direction of higher level engineer or supervisor. Work is reviewed for soundness of technical judgment, overall adequacy and accuracy. As proficiency is gained, may work on portions of larger projects. Works under supervision and follows established procedures. May supervise or coordinate the work of interns, drafters, craft personnel, technicians and/or others.
Essential Responsibilities
Uses and applies technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to perform activities/assignments of limited scope.
Supports the development of technical documentation (including but not limited to designs, testing, calculations, reports, standards, etc.) Utilizes and may assist with the development of procedures.
Provides ongoing technical support for project activities within areas such as Operations, Maintenance, Testing/diagnostics, Regulatory, etc. May provide field engineering oversight for activities such as commissioning, testing, inspections etc. under direct supervision.
Coordinates/leads projects or portions of projects (including phases such as research, design, equipment selection, procurement support, installation and commissioning), under the direction of a higher level engineer or supervisor.
Under the direction of a higher level engineer/supervisor, supports bid/evaluation processes by performing basic analysis and calculations on existing documentation and materials that support the preparation of bid documents. In completing segments of technical evaluations for proposals may need to effectively communicate with other business areas of the company following appropriate processes.
Effectively exchanges information in all formats, on matters having a wide range of importance and complexity both inter-organizationally and with outside customer/vendors.
May coordinate the work of interns, drafters, technicians, and/or others and provides guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers. Responsible for continuous self development of technical skills and competencies.
May perform activities such as budgeting, estimating, forecasting, accounting, work order management, in support of engineering projects.
Entry Engineer Level (Salary Range: $70,000-$88,667)
Minimum Requirements
Required bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum.
0+ years relevant engineering experience Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization.
Preferred EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) preferred.
Staff Engineer Level (Salary Range: $81,000 -106,267)
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET accredited
2+year's relevant engineering experience. Demonstrated broad knowledge & proficiency in specialty area, knowledge of related specialties, & general knowledge of other related disciplines.
Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills & core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization.
EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) strongly preferred.
Senior Engineer Level (Salary Range: $97,000-$129,267)
Minimum Requirements
Required bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum
5+ years relevant engineering experience with EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) required; 7+ years relevant engineering experience without EIT/FE.
Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization.
Preferred PE (Professional Engineer) registration may be required depending on business need.
Principal Engineer (Salary Range: $112,000-$156,600)
Minimum Requirements
Required bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum
9+ years relevant engineering experience with PE (Professional Engineer) registration required; 15+ years relevant engineering experience without PE.
Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization.
As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you're ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.
Non-BargainingThe anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $70,000.00 to $156,600.00 per yearThis position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO), Parental LeaveBenefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.
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Xcel Energy is a prominent electricity and natural gas service provider serving multiple states in the United States, including Colorado, Michigan, Minnesota, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Texas, and Wisconsin. Our commitment revolves around delivering essential services to our valued customers. As a trailblazer in the industry, we were the first major US electricity provider with a visionary goal to achieve 100% carbon-free electricity by 2050 and an ambitious 80% reduction in carbon emissions by 2030, based on 2005 levels. Through innovative electric vehicle initiatives, we actively contribute to carbon reduction not only in our electricity generation but also in the transportation sector within the states we operate. Simultaneously, we remain devoted to ensuring cost-effectiveness for our customers by implementing advanced electricity rates and energy efficiency programs.
Industry
Utilities
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Minneapolis, MN, US
Year founded
1909