5 Engineers jobs in Amarillo

High-Level Network Engineers

79161 Amarillo, Texas MANAGEMENT APPLICATIONS, INC.

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High-Level Network Engineers

Management Applications, Inc., a leading provider of Managed IT Services and Network Management, Design and Implementation is seeking high-level Network Engineersfor services to design, engineer, implement and deploy a solution that optimizes the existing Texas Poison Control Network (TPCN) configuration for a hosted application environment to improve user experience and network efficiency; and provide managed services for the hosted application environment and the local area networks (LANs) at the six Regional Poison Control Centers (RPCCs).

Job Responsibilities:

A. Assess the TPCN's current application environment, including the LANs at the six geographically diverse RPCCs (Amarillo, Dallas, El Paso, Galveston, San Antonio, Temple) and recommend compliant Texas Administrative Code Chapter 202 (TAC 202) Information Security Standards and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, as amended (including the HiTECH Act; and the federal Privacy, Security, and Enforcement Rules (collectively referred to as HIPAA) compliant solution(s) that optimizes the environment to meet Commission's requirements;

B. Design, engineer, and implement the solution based on recommendation(s) accepted by the Commission;

C. Deploy the solution, including at the each RPCC's LAN, user acceptance testing and training; and

D. Provision TAC 202 and HIPAA-compliant managed services for the solution on an ongoing basis upon deployment completion. (Including maintenance, troubleshooting, break/fix, application support, third party vendor coordination, asset inventory, incident response, trouble ticket support, workstation and end user support).

Experience in the Following Technologies, Hardware and Software:

LAN/WAN/VPN, Lenovo, Xerox, APC, IBM, Viewsonic, toxiCALL and Micromedex

Job Application Instructions:

To be considered for these positions please submit a clear and concise resume (2 pg max.) as well as your minimum salary requirements . We will NOT consider your application without the REQUIRED minimum salary requirements. Please also list all IT certifications and Education within your resume.
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Electrical Engineer - Aviation & Federal (Amarillo)

79178 Amarillo, Texas Burns & McDonnell

Posted 15 days ago

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**Description**
Burns & McDonnell is considered a leading consultant in aviation and federal facilities industries. We are engaged in high visibility projects, both large and small, at major airports and military bases worldwide. You will be involved in a variety of unique design projects, from aircraft hangars to microgrids, from airport terminals to military training facilities.
Experience in the following areas of project design would be of high value:
+ Power Distribution Systems.
+ Voice and Data Communications.
+ Generators and UPS Equipment.
+ Security, Access Control, and CCTV Systems.
+ Fire Alarm Systems.
+ Medium Voltage Systems.
**Qualifications**
+ Candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
+ This position requires an individual capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to a broad area of assignments.
+ Candidate must be capable of devising new approaches to solve complex problems.
+ Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) is required with experience working for other consulting firms and/or construction contractors.
+ Bachelor's degree required in electrical engineering from accredited program.
+ Minimum 3 years related experience.
+ Successful candidate will have excellent written & verbal communication skills along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
+ This position requires an individual capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignments.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
**Job** Electrical Engineering
**Primary Location** US-TX-Amarillo
**Schedule:** Full-time
**Travel:** Yes, 15 % of the Time
**Req ID:**
**Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-JNH #A&F
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Assistant Electrical Engineer - Aviation & Federal (Amarillo)

79178 Amarillo, Texas Burns & McDonnell

Posted 15 days ago

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**Description**
The Assistant Electrical Engineer will assist project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power, process, corporate, healthcare, airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government and military facilities. The Assistant Electrical Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting electrical plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.
+ Assists in the electrical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
+ Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
+ Assists in designing electrical components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
+ Applies basic knowledge of commonly used electrical concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the electrical engineering services industry.
+ Assists with research and complies project related data as required by the project managers.
+ Assists with correcting and updating drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
+ Assists with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
+ Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
+ Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
+ Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
+ Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
+ Complies with all policies and standards.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program required or,
+ Bachelor Degree in Electrical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam required.
+ Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
+ Basic knowledge in standard electrical engineering techniques, principles and procedures.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
+ Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
+ Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
+ Basic computer skills include electrical analysis programs (e.g., RISA), AutoCAD, BIM (e.g., Revit and Tekla), programs.
+ Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem solving skills.
+ Demonstrated leadership skills.
+ Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
**Job** Electrical Engineering
**Primary Location** US-TX-Amarillo
**Schedule:** Full-time
**Travel:** Yes, 25 % of the Time
**Req ID:**
**Job Hire Type** New Grad #LI-AM #A&F
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Field Engineer - Heavy Civil - South Central 2026

79178 Amarillo, Texas Kiewit

Posted 15 days ago

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**Requisition ID:**
**Job Level:** Entry Level
**Home District/Group:** South Central District
**Department:** Field Operations
**Market:** Transportation
**Employment Type:** Full Time
**Position Overview**
Our mission is to make a difference and we offer opportunities for you to make one too. We depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety-minded construction professionals to get it done right. You bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities with the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up. There's a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we offer fast-paced excitement and fulfillment you won't find anywhere else. In addition, we look to hire you to join the entire Kiewit family for a career. This is not just a job, single project, or steppingstone.
You will be required to perform engineering work in connection with a wide variety of infrastructure projects that range in size, difficulty, and duration. You will also be involved in the district estimating unit at various points in your career, which involves quantity takeoffs, time studies, cost estimating, participating in estimate reviews and bid close-out.
**District Overview**
Kiewit's South Central District is one of Kiewit's leading infrastructure districts specializing in heavy civil, transportation, and water resource markets. Projects you could be working on could include mass grading, drainage, paving, utility and more.  Although most of our work is regionally based in the south-central region of the United States, we also pursue various projects stretching across the United States. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about infrastructure and committed to the construction industry as opposed to design.
**Location**
Kiewit's South Central District has a home office in Westlake, Texas but leads work all over Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Louisiana. However, one of the many things that makes Kiewit's culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs. Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date.
**Responsibilities**
Field Engineering:
+ Assist in interpretation of drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision
+ Perform quantity calculations by taking measurements and determining percentage of completed/installed materials and work
+ Assist in the preparation of work plans and work packages
+ Assist in field surveying and work layout support including elevation, control points, and compilation of as-built data
+ Assist in compiling, processing, and confirming daily labor timesheets
+ Assist in the preparation of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA's)
+ Assist in providing solutions related to construction operations
+ Participate in jobsite safety reviews, toolbox meetings, mass safety meetings, and safety training
+ Order and schedule material deliveries
+ Plan, schedule, and coordinate work groups on the jobsite
+ Supervise field operations
Office Engineering:
+ Perform material takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and other contract documents
+ Perform basic engineering calculations and technical drafting to support field operations
+ Assist engineers to gather and prepare data for submittal or transmittal to the customer, vendors, subcontractors, governmental agencies, and internal use
+ Participate in the preparation of purchase orders and subcontracts, performing minor solicitations and purchasing as requested
+ Schedule maintenance and performing updates as directed by others
+ Assist in the maintenance of basic project recordkeeping and correspondence functions including daily reports, photographs, requests for information (RFIs), and memorandums
+ Enter data into the job cost system and participate in reviewing cost reports with jobsite management
+ Assist in generating change orders and as-built data to be reviewed by the Project Manager
+ Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations
Estimating:
+ Assist in reviewing and analyzing historical data relative to the project, incorporating various productions and costs appropriate in preparation of a bid
+ Complete a plan and specification review for an assigned project, assessing the risk areas and bringing them to the attention of the Senior Estimator
+ Complete material and quantity takeoffs according to bid documents
**Qualifications**
+ Willingness to travel and relocate to small and large cities as business requires as we operate on a national scale
+ Associates, Undergraduate, or Graduate degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field
+ Infrastructure/Heavy Civil project experience is preferred
+ Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in a wide-ranging climates and environments
+ Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
+ Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time, including working rotating schedules, shift work, or weekend work as required by projects
+ Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
+ Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
+ Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
+ Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives
+ Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail
+ Must have a valid Driver's License
Other common names for this role: Office Engineer, Engineer 1
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Other Requirements:
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
- May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
Base Compensation: $81,000 - $92,000
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Company: Kiewit
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Electrical Engineer - Transmission Planning (Entry, Staff, Senior, or Principal Level)

79178 Amarillo, Texas Xcel Energy

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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.
**This position is based in Amarillo, TX 79101 and can be hired at the Principal, Senior, Staff, or Entry level, depending on candidates' overall experience, qualifications, and interview results.**
**Position Summary**
**Key Job Performance Criteria (will differ based upon job level)**
Perform Comprehensive Power System Planning Studies, including:
+ Steady-State Load Flow Analysis under normal and contingency conditions (N-1, N-1-1, and extreme events) to identify system limitations and develop mitigation strategies.
+ Short-Circuit and Protection Coordination Studies to ensure appropriate equipment ratings, relay coordination, and breaker duty compliance, including assessments for system modifications and new interconnections.
+ Dynamic Performance Assessments, including Transient Stability and Small-Signal Stability Studies to evaluate rotor angle stability, voltage recovery, and oscillatory damping performance under a wide range of system disturbances.
+ Electromagnetic Transient (EMT) Analysis for evaluating control interactions and fast dynamic phenomena associated with large power electronic loads (e.g., data centers), inverter-based resources (IBRs), and FACTS devices, leveraging PSCAD/EMTDC.
+ Geomagnetic Induced Current (GIC) Studies aligned with NERC TPL-007 standards to assess geomagnetic disturbance impacts on transformers and bulk electric system reliability.
Support Regulatory Compliance and Model Validation Activities:
+ Perform NERC TPL-001-5.1 compliance assessments, including extreme event analyses such as CIP-014 physical security risk assessments, wide-area event simulations, and black start restoration studies.
+ Support dynamic model validation efforts per WECC and NERC MOD standards, ensuring fidelity of generator, inverter, and composite load models for stability studies.
Conduct Advanced Inverter-Based Resource (IBR) Integration Studies:
+ Assess grid-forming/grid-following inverter technologies and their impact on system strength, transient behavior, and control interactions.
+ Apply IEEE 2800 requirements for IBR performance, including ride-through, reactive power support, and fast frequency response capabilities.
+ Address challenges of high renewable penetration and develop mitigation strategies to maintain bulk power system reliability.
Support Western Interconnection and Regional Planning:
+ Coordinate with WestConnect Planning Management Committee, WECC Reliability Subcommittees, and interconnection working groups to support transmission expansion planning, regional policy compliance, and reliability initiatives.
+ Engage in regional and subregional transmission planning processes, contributing to multi-utility studies and cross-border resource integration scenarios.
Perform Resource Interconnection and Transmission Service Studies:
+ Execute System Impact Studies (SIS) and Facility Studies consistent with FERC Order 2023 and regional tariffs.
+ Evaluate interconnection requests for conventional generation, IBRs, storage, hybrid resources, and emerging technologies such as microgrids and aggregated DERs under FERC 222 frameworks.
+ Recommend necessary transmission reinforcements, upgrades, or operational solutions to accommodate new resources and loads.
Evaluate Grid-Enhancing Technologies (GETs):
+ Analyze and model Dynamic Line Rating (DLR), Advanced Power Flow Controllers (APFC), and Topology Optimization (TTO) to maximize transmission efficiency and capacity without traditional infrastructure expansion.
+ Support cost-benefit assessments and pilot project implementations for GETs in collaboration with operations and asset management teams.
Automation and Digitalization:
+ Develop and maintain Python-based automation tools to streamline study execution, scenario management, and results post-processing for PSSE, PSLF, TARA, TSAT, PSCAD simulations.
+ Advance digital workflows to reduce engineering effort, improve repeatability, and enable high-volume interconnection and compliance studies.
Reporting, Regulatory Filings, and Knowledge Dissemination:
+ Author and deliver technical reports, regulatory filings, and executive summaries for internal leadership and external regulatory agencies.
+ Present findings at regional stakeholder meetings, industry conferences (e.g., IEEE PES, CIGRÉ), and technical workshops to communicate planning approaches and emerging challenges.
Industry Engagement and Representation:
+ Represent Xcel Energy in NERC working groups, IEEE technical committees, WECC Model Validation Working Group, WestConnect Planning forums, and other industry task forces focused on dynamic performance, renewable integration, and bulk power system reliability.
Mentorship and Technical Leadership:
+ Mentor engineers, interns, and analysts on advanced simulation methodologies, IBR modeling, EMT techniques, and emerging grid technologies.
+ Provide technical leadership to internal teams, fostering expertise development in grid dynamics, automation, and planning best practices.
+ Lead internal technical workshops and contribute to the development of best-in-class planning documentation and standards.
+ Support development of capital budgets, conceptual transmission projects, and economic analyses in joint planning contexts.
**Position Summary: Transmission Planning Engineer (Entry Level)**
**Annual Base Salary $68,300 - $6,500 plus 8% Annual Incentive Plan**
This is an entry level position designed to develop technical expertise in transmission planning and power systems simulations. The Engineer performs work that involves conventional plans, investigations, studies, or modeling equipment with relatively few complex features and for which there are precedents. Activities are of limited scope requiring knowledge of principles and techniques commonly employed in power systems engineering. Engineer will work under the guidance of more senior engineers, learning the intricacies of planning and modeling tools used for system evaluations and contributing to large system studies that span multiple years into the future. 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, technicians and/or others and develop scope of work documents under the supervision of higher-level engineers. This role requires a balance of technical acumen and strong communication skills, as the entry-level engineer will need to convey technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Communication will occur in various formats, including in-person meetings, virtual discussions, and written reports.
**Essential 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
+ Other work as assigned
**Minimum Requirements:**
+ Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and/or Physics from ABET accredited curriculum (or recognized equivalency).
+ 0+ years relevant engineering experience.
+ 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.
**Position Summary:** **Staff Transmission Planning Engineer**
**Annual Base Salary 79,800 - 103,666 Plus 8% Annual Incentive Plan**
Working under general direction, demonstrates complete understanding and wide application of power systems engineering technical principles, theories, and concepts. Independently determines and develops approaches to solutions. Receives technical guidance on complex problems; completed work reviewed for adequacy in meeting objectives. May lead small/medium projects or implement critical projects under direction of higher-level engineer or supervisor. May provide work direction to other professionals and/or staff. Represents the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects. Frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contact. Demonstrates a broad knowledge and proficiency of precedents in the power systems modeling and transmission planning, a good knowledge of related specialties, and general knowledge of other related disciplines. May be asked to support company within Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) working groups and/or task forces. This role requires a balance of technical acumen and strong communication skills, as the staff engineer will need to convey technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Communication will occur in various formats, including in-person meetings, virtual discussions, and written reports.
**Essential Responsibilities:**
+ Scopes and/or performs power system simulations to evaluate reliability. Work is checked by a higher-level engineer or manager
+ Develops study documentation and may assist with the development of procedures.
+ Supports and maintains compliance with NERC and FERC standards through evidence development.
+ Constructs information and data to be exchanged with other Integrated System Planning groups and external entities
+ Power systems studies engineer: Coordinates model development activities to ensure all metrics of RTO/RE and internal criteria are met
+ Transmission planning engineer: Develops simple scopes of work to guide long-range transmission system plans
+ Other work as assigned
**Minimum Requirements:**
+ 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.
+ Demonstrates broad knowledge and proficiency in power systems studies or transmission planning, knowledge of related specialties, and general knowledge of other related disciplines.
+ EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) strongly preferred.
+ Graduate degree in fields above preferred.
**Position Summary: Senior Transmission Planning Engineer**
**Annual Base Salary 94,600 - 126,134 plus 10% Annual Incentive Plan**
Applies extensive technical expertise and has full knowledge of other related disciplines. Performs as a staff advisor and consultant in a technical specialty, a type of facility or equipment, or a program function. Carries out complex or innovative assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures. Work is expected to result in the development of new/improved techniques and procedures or new/refined equipment, materials, processes, products, and/or scientific methods. Represents the organization as the prime technical contact on contracts and projects and interacts with senior external personnel on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations. Work is performed without appreciable direction and considerable latitude is exercised in determining technical objectives of assignment. Guidance relates largely to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts and policy matters. Completed work is reviewed from a relatively long- term perspective, for desired results. May assign tasks to and direct engineers, technicians, craft personnel and administrative staff, including coordination and review of work assignments. Responsible for (and may lead) multiple projects of moderate to large size or portions of major projects. This role requires a balance of technical acumen and strong communication skills, as the senior engineer will need to convey technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Communication will occur in various formats, including in-person meetings, virtual discussions, presentations to leadership, and written reports.
**Essential Responsibilities:**
+ Power systems studies engineer: Leads and performs modeling and analysis activities for steady state and stability simulations
+ Transmission planning engineer: Develops scopes for studies to guide long-range transmission system plans and coordinates with other Integrated System Planning departments to ensure assumptions align across subdisciplines
+ Effectively communicates the results of studies and department endeavors to a wide range of audiences through written and verbal means
+ Improves Integrated System Planning procedures and techniques through largely self-directed work. Resolves difficult technical and business problems
+ Implements, without substantial direction, NERC and FERC compliance activities as an SME. Activities are coordinated through the Integrated System Planning department and with external entities
+ Assigns tasks to lower-level engineers, interns and technicians. Mentors and provides training materials for less experienced engineers to ensure group development
+ Mentor younger engineers as determined by Manager
+ Other work as assigned
**Minimum Requirements:**
+ 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 and/or PE (Professional Engineer) registration preferred.
+ Graduate degree in fields above preferred.
**Position Summary: Principal Transmission Planning Engineer**
**Annual Base Salary 109,300 - 152,766 plus 12% Annual Incentive Plan**
Viewed as the technical engineer or subject matter expert for the organization in the application of advanced theories, concepts, principles, and processes in power systems modeling and analysis and/or transmission planning. Contributes to the development of new principles and concepts. Problems must be approached through a series of complex and conceptually related studies, are difficult to define, require unconventional or innovative approaches, and require sophisticated research techniques. Responsible for major project or several complex projects of moderate to large scope. Serves as organization spokesperson on advanced projects and/or programs. Acts as advisor to management and customers on advanced technical research studies and applications. Maintains contacts with individuals and units within and outside the corporation for action on technical matters. Works under consultative direction toward broad general goals and objectives. Assignments are often self-initiated. Determines and pursues courses of action necessary to obtain desired results. Work checked through consultation and agreement with others rather than by formal review of superior. May provide work direction for a team of engineers, technicians and other professionals as necessary to complete assignments. This includes evaluation of work progress and results/feedback to supervisors on performance. May lead multiple critical and/or complex projects. This role requires a balance of technical acumen and strong communication skills, as the principal engineer will need to convey technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Communication will occur in various formats, including in-person meetings, virtual discussions, presentations to leadership, and written reports.
**Essential Responsibilities:**
+ Power systems studies engineer: Directs and runs power system studies. This engineer can expect many complex and interdisciplinary issues to be within their scope of work. Will lead multiple complex projects simultaneously.
+ Transmission planning engineer: Develops scopes for complex studies to guide long-range transmission system plans and coordinates with other Integrated System Planning departments to ensure processes align across subdisciplines.
+ General work is self-directed and should be self-initiated. Work and analysis will generally have wide-ranging ramifications to the business.
+ Serves as a spokesperson within the Integrated System Planning group.
+ Acts as an advisor to management. Helps with workflow management within the department.
+ Power systems studies engineer: Works as an established SME for modeling and analysis processes, procedures, and standards compliance. Will contribute to integrated modeling and analysis methods across the generation/transmission and transmission/distribution boundaries.
+ Transmission planning engineer: Support and provide testimony in state regulatory processes and strategic direction for transmission system plans
+ Mentor younger engineers as determined by Manager
+ Other work as assigned
**Minimum Requirements:**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and/or Physics from ABET accredited curriculum (or recognized equivalency).
+ 9 + years of demonstrated experience with PE (Professional Engineer) registration, 15+ years of demonstrated experience without PE (Professional Engineer) registration.
+ 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 and/or PE (Professional Engineer) registration preferred.
+ Graduate degree in fields above preferred.
+ PE (Professional Engineer) registration preferred.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ 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
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.
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The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: 68,300.00 to 152,766.00 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: 10/23/25
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