Project Engineer, Electric / Controls (RDF) - Entry, Staff, Senior, or Principal Level

Xcel Energy is a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, providing energy-related products and services to millions of customers. They are seeking Project Engineers at various levels (Entry, Staff, Senior, or Principal) to develop technical expertise in electric and controls systems, particularly in the area of Refuse-Derived Fuel (RDF). Responsibilities include supporting project activities, developing technical documentation, and coordinating project phases under supervision. 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 Skills Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from ABET accredited curriculum (or recognized equivalency) 0+ years relevant engineering experience Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established and documented by the organization EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) preferred 2+ years relevant engineering experience Demonstrated broad knowledge and proficiency in specialty area, knowledge of related specialties, and general knowledge of other related disciplines 5+ years relevant engineering experience with EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) required, or 7+ years relevant engineering experience without EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) required 9+ years relevant engineering experience with a PE (Professional Engineer) registration required, or 15+ years relevant engineering experience without a PE (Professional Engineer) required Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization Power Plant electric controls engineering experience Electrical Engineering Degree (BS or MS) DeltaV controls system experience Refuse-Derived Fuel (RDF) experience 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 Leave Company Overview Xcel Energy is an electric and natural gas energy company that offers a portfolio of energy-related products and services to customers. It was founded in 1909, and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Xcel Energy has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 6 in 2025, 6 in 2024, 6 in 2023, 4 in 2022, 1 in 2021, 1 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.