Transmission Planning Engineer, or Staff, or Senior Engineer
Xcel Energy is a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, and they are seeking a Transmission Planning Engineer to develop technical expertise in transmission planning and power systems simulations. This entry-level position involves performing studies and modeling equipment under supervision, while contributing to larger projects and learning from more senior engineers. Responsibilities Performs model development, modeling reviews, design, and analysis of Xcel Energy assets using PSSE, PSLF, TARA, DSA Tools or similar software Develops study documentation and may assist with the development of procedures Development of technical skillsets Coordinate the work of interns and technicians Explores or implements new processes to improve the Integrated System Planning department's ability to perform its tasks Skills Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and/or Physics from ABET accredited curriculum (or recognized equivalency) 0+ years relevant engineering experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering and/or Physics from ABET accredited curriculum (or recognized equivalency) 2+ years of demonstrated experience Experience with at least one power system transmission analysis tool, such as PSSE, TARA, EMS, ASPEN, CAPE, PROMOD, PLEXOS, PowerWorld, PSCAD or other similar analysis software Bachelor's degree in Engineering and/or Physics from ABET accredited curriculum (or recognized equivalency) 5+ years with nationally recognized certification, 7+ years without certification Experience with multiple power system transmission analysis tools such as PSSE, TARA, EMS, ASPEN, CAPE, PROMOD, PLEXOS, PowerWorld, PSCAD or other similar analysis software EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) preferred Graduate degree in fields above preferred Course experience in Introduction to Power Systems (or similar course) preferred Internship experience within power industry EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering and/or PE (Professional Engineer) registration Graduate degree in fields above PE (Professional Engineer) registration 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.