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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.
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.
- 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, electrical engineering degree.
- 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.
Preferred Experience & Skills
- SEL 651R, S&C IR/Teams, Switched Cabinets control and settings.
- Experience with distribution system planning study processes with CYME/Synergy Familiarity with ADMS functionalities such as FLISR and IVVO and interactions with DERMS Experience working with cross functional and field teams.
- Familiarity with smart meter settings and distributed intelligent applications.
- Experience in scripting with PowerApps platforms, SQL, and Python.
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 $106,267.00 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: 10/05/26
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.
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.
- 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, electrical engineering degree.
- 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.
Preferred Experience & Skills
- SEL 651R, S&C IR/Teams, Switched Cabinets control and settings.
- Experience with distribution system planning study processes with CYME/Synergy Familiarity with ADMS functionalities such as FLISR and IVVO and interactions with DERMS Experience working with cross functional and field teams.
- Familiarity with smart meter settings and distributed intelligent applications.
- Experience in scripting with PowerApps platforms, SQL, and Python.
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 $106,267.00 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: 10/05/26
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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Who's Hiring
- Michels13
- Siemens5
- PowerSecure5
- Matrix Technologies5
- Eaton4
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Construction & Real Estate
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Manufacturing
- Chemicals & Materials
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in power distribution engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field
- Experience with power system analysis software such as ETAP, SKM, or PSS/E
- Proficiency in substation design, protection and control, and relay coordination
- Professional Engineer license or Engineer-in-Training with path to PE
- Familiarity with NERC standards, NEC, and IEEE electrical codes
- Experience with AutoCAD or other electrical drafting and design tools
Tips for Your Power Distribution Engineer Job Search
Quantify your substation design experience
Hiring managers want specifics: voltage classes you've worked with, the number of substations you've designed, and the software you used. List AutoCAD, ETAP, or SKM PowerTools explicitly on your resume rather than burying them in a skills summary.
Match your certifications to each posting
Some roles require a PE license on day one, others accept an EIT with a clear path. Read the requirements carefully and tailor your resume header to show exactly where you stand, because a mismatch there often causes an automatic screen-out before anyone reads further.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists power distribution engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target utilities undergoing grid upgrades
Investor-owned utilities and rural electric cooperatives actively modernizing aging infrastructure tend to post the most openings. Look for language like grid hardening, renewable integration, or SCADA upgrades in job descriptions, as those signal active capital programs with ongoing hiring.
Prepare to walk through a protection scheme
Technical interviews for this role almost always include a relay coordination or fault-current calculation walkthrough. Refresh your knowledge of overcurrent protection, fuse-to-breaker coordination, and how you'd set relay zones, because interviewers use this to gauge hands-on depth quickly.
Negotiate using project scope, not just title
Once you have an offer, ask about the capital project pipeline you'd support. A role managing a larger MW scope or overseeing EPC contractors carries more leverage for a higher grade level, and framing that conversation around project complexity tends to land better than a straight salary counter.
Power Distribution Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most power distribution engineers?
The companies hiring the most power distribution engineers right now include Michels, Siemens, and PowerSecure, with the largest share of openings in Texas, North Carolina, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Utilities undergoing grid modernization projects and large EPC firms supporting infrastructure buildout tend to post the most consistently.
How many power distribution engineer jobs are remote?
About 67% of power distribution engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the field-intensive nature of most roles. Sub-disciplines involving power system modeling, protection settings review, or standards documentation tend to have the most flexibility, while roles tied to site commissioning or substation construction are almost always on-site.
How do you become a power distribution engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with coursework in power systems, circuit analysis, and electromagnetic theory. Pass the FE exam to earn your EIT credential, then accumulate field or design experience in substation, protection, or distribution systems work. Sitting for the PE exam after the required experience period is the standard path to senior roles and independent project responsibility.
How do you get hired as a power distribution engineer with little experience?
Focus on internship or co-op experience at a utility or engineering firm, even if it was general electrical work, and highlight any exposure to one-line diagrams, load flow studies, or equipment specifications. Entry-level postings at rural electric cooperatives and municipal utilities are often more open to candidates still working toward a PE license than large investor-owned utilities, making them a practical first step.
What does the power distribution engineer interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter screen focused on your degree, software experience, and PE status, followed by a technical interview where you'll typically work through a relay coordination problem, a fault-current calculation, or a substation design scenario. A hiring manager conversation covering past project scope and how you've handled field issues usually comes next, with a panel or site visit as a final step at larger employers.
Where can I find and apply to power distribution engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to power distribution engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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