Transmission Planning Engineer (Entry, Staff, Senior or Principal Level)
Xcel Energy is a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, and they are seeking a Transmission Planning Engineer at the entry level. This role involves developing technical expertise in transmission planning and power systems simulations, while performing modeling and analysis under the guidance of more senior engineers. Responsibilities Under the direction of higher-level engineer or supervisor: 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 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 Demonstrates broad knowledge and proficiency in power systems studies or transmission planning, knowledge of related specialties, and general knowledge of other related disciplines Strong communication skills to convey technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders 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) strongly preferred Graduate degree in fields above preferred EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering and/or PE (Professional Engineer) registration preferred Bachelors or Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution or recognized equivalency Electric power transmission planning engineering experience EIT / FE / PE certification 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.