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Get Access To All JobsAre 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.
We are seeking a Distribution Electrical Engineer to support growing efforts in system protection and wildfire resiliency across the distribution grid. This role provides the opportunity to develop expertise in protection engineering, grid resiliency, and wildfire risk reduction while working alongside experienced engineers and operations teams.
The successful candidate will contribute to key initiatives focused on reducing wildfire ignition risk and improving system performance, including support of Enhanced Powerline Safety Settings (EPSS), asset health programs, and field-driven mitigation strategies.
This is an excellent opportunity for engineers interested in building skills in medium voltage system protection, fault response, and resiliency planning, with exposure to real-world applications in high fire risk areas.
Position Summary
This is an entry level position 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, Electrical Engineering degree preferred.
- 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
- Required bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum, Electrical Engineering degree preferred.
- 2+ years 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, 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.
- 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, Electrical Engineering degree preferred.
- 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.
Preferred Experience and Skills
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Experience with power systems, system protection, or grid resiliency
- Exposure to protection concepts, fault analysis, or relay/recloser
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-Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $70,000.00 to $156,000.00 per year
This 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 Leave.
Benefit 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.
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Deadline to Apply: 08/06/26
EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF)
All Xcel Energy employees and contractors share responsibility for protecting the company's information and systems by adhering to cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices, recognizing that cybersecurity is everyone's responsibility.
ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT
Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com/ accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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.
We are seeking a Distribution Electrical Engineer to support growing efforts in system protection and wildfire resiliency across the distribution grid. This role provides the opportunity to develop expertise in protection engineering, grid resiliency, and wildfire risk reduction while working alongside experienced engineers and operations teams.
The successful candidate will contribute to key initiatives focused on reducing wildfire ignition risk and improving system performance, including support of Enhanced Powerline Safety Settings (EPSS), asset health programs, and field-driven mitigation strategies.
This is an excellent opportunity for engineers interested in building skills in medium voltage system protection, fault response, and resiliency planning, with exposure to real-world applications in high fire risk areas.
Position Summary
This is an entry level position 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, Electrical Engineering degree preferred.
- 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
- Required bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum, Electrical Engineering degree preferred.
- 2+ years 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, 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.
- 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, Electrical Engineering degree preferred.
- 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.
Preferred Experience and Skills
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Experience with power systems, system protection, or grid resiliency
- Exposure to protection concepts, fault analysis, or relay/recloser
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-Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $70,000.00 to $156,000.00 per year
This 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 Leave.
Benefit 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.
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Deadline to Apply: 08/06/26
EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF)
All Xcel Energy employees and contractors share responsibility for protecting the company's information and systems by adhering to cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices, recognizing that cybersecurity is everyone's responsibility.
ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT
Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com/ accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Translate your credentials into PERM language
PERM job requirements must match your actual qualifications exactly. If your degree is in supply chain management or industrial engineering, confirm your transcripts and any foreign credential evaluations align with the minimum requirements the employer will list on the ETA-9089 form.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search the DOL's OFLC disclosure data for employers who have filed PERM applications for distribution or logistics management roles. Companies with recent filings have established internal processes and are more likely to sponsor again than employers encountering PERM for the first time.
Understand how EB-3 differs from H-1B sponsorship
Unlike H-1B visa, EB-3 green card sponsorship has no annual lottery and leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone can take six to twelve months before the I-140 is even filed.
Search sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Filter Distribution Operations Manager roles by green card sponsorship history on Migrate Mate. You'll see which employers have filed PERM applications for this specific job category, saving you the manual work of cross-referencing OFLC disclosure files yourself.
Negotiate job offer terms before PERM begins
Once PERM is filed, the job description and minimum requirements are locked. Negotiate your title, duties, and any degree or experience requirements before the employer drafts the ETA-9089, because changes after filing typically require starting the process over.
Verify the role meets specialty occupation depth
USCIS and DOL evaluate whether a Distribution Operations Manager position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Roles with vague or general degree requirements can face audit risk during PERM review, so confirm the job description reflects the specialized knowledge the position actually demands.
Green Card Distribution Operations Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Distribution Operations Manager roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Distribution Operations Manager positions qualify under EB-3 as professional or skilled worker roles, typically requiring a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, or a related field. Candidates holding an advanced degree or with significantly specialized credentials may qualify under EB-2. The correct category depends on the specific job requirements the employer documents in the PERM application.
How does the green card process for this role differ from H-1B sponsorship?
H-1B is a temporary nonimmigrant status subject to an annual lottery and capped at 65,000 slots. Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency with no lottery and no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries. The tradeoff is time: PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status together typically take two to four years for applicants from non-backlogged countries.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for this job?
Your employer must conduct a supervised recruitment campaign to demonstrate no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role before DOL certifies the PERM application. The employer files the ETA-9089 documenting job requirements and recruitment results. DOL review currently averages several months under standard processing. Only after certification does the employer file the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS on your behalf.
How can I find Distribution Operations Manager jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Distribution Operations Manager roles filtered by employers with documented green card sponsorship history, pulling from PERM filing data. This is more reliable than asking employers speculatively during interviews, since you can verify actual PERM activity for your specific job category before applying.
Can I switch employers after my green card sponsorship has started?
Changing employers generally restarts the PERM process because the certification is tied to a specific employer and job. However, once your I-140 has been approved for more than 180 days, AC21 portability may allow you to change to a same or similar role at a new employer without losing your priority date. Confirm the similarity of the new role before making any move.