Xcel Energy
System Protection Engineer (Entry, Staff or Senior)
Xcel Energy, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Overview
System Protection Engineer (Entry, Staff or Senior) System Protection Engineers work with the transmission planning and substation/transmission engineering group to scope and execute capital projects. They also maintain compliance with several NERC PRC Standards and support other departments (planning, operations, and field engineering) in day-to-day operations of the electric transmission and distribution systems. 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 customers/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, and work order management in support of engineering projects. Additional Responsibilities
Perform electric transmission/distribution event investigation and corrective action plan as necessary. Ensure company compliance with a variety of NERC PRC standards (PRC-002, PRC-004, PRC-023/25, PRC-027). Provide electric transmission/distribution substation protection system recommendations and calculation/documentation of relay settings for projects. Assist field operations in testing and troubleshooting protection relay issues. Evaluate new technologies for protection of electric transmission and distribution. Perform short circuit, transient studies for projects. Perform transmission and distribution protection relay coordination studies. Engineering Levels and Minimum Requirements
Entry Engineer Level
Salary Range: $68,300 - $86,500 Required bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET-accredited curriculum; electrical engineering degree preferred. 0+ years of relevant engineering experience. Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level as established and documented by the organization. Preferred EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering). Staff Engineer Level
Salary Range: $79,800 - $103,666 Bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET-accredited program; electrical engineering degree preferred. 2+ years of relevant engineering experience. Demonstrated broad knowledge & proficiency in the specialty area, knowledge of related specialties, and general knowledge of other related disciplines. Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills & core competencies for this engineering level as established & documented by the organization. EIT/FE strongly preferred. Senior Engineer Level
Salary Range: $94,600 - $126,134 Required bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET-accredited curriculum; electrical engineering degree preferred. 5+ years of relevant engineering experience with EIT/FE required; 7+ years of relevant engineering experience without EIT/FE. Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level as established & documented by the organization. Professional Engineer (PE) registration may be required depending on business need. Preferred Requirements
Experience in the transmission and distribution area. Company Information
As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to millions of customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. 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. Accessibility and accommodation information available via recruiting@xcelenergy.com. Benefits and Additional Notes
Anticipated starting pay ranges are provided per level. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, life insurance, retirement plans, PTO, holidays, and additional programs. Deadline to Apply: 10/07/25. EEO and pay transparency statements apply.
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System Protection Engineer (Entry, Staff or Senior) System Protection Engineers work with the transmission planning and substation/transmission engineering group to scope and execute capital projects. They also maintain compliance with several NERC PRC Standards and support other departments (planning, operations, and field engineering) in day-to-day operations of the electric transmission and distribution systems. 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 customers/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, and work order management in support of engineering projects. Additional Responsibilities
Perform electric transmission/distribution event investigation and corrective action plan as necessary. Ensure company compliance with a variety of NERC PRC standards (PRC-002, PRC-004, PRC-023/25, PRC-027). Provide electric transmission/distribution substation protection system recommendations and calculation/documentation of relay settings for projects. Assist field operations in testing and troubleshooting protection relay issues. Evaluate new technologies for protection of electric transmission and distribution. Perform short circuit, transient studies for projects. Perform transmission and distribution protection relay coordination studies. Engineering Levels and Minimum Requirements
Entry Engineer Level
Salary Range: $68,300 - $86,500 Required bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET-accredited curriculum; electrical engineering degree preferred. 0+ years of relevant engineering experience. Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level as established and documented by the organization. Preferred EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering). Staff Engineer Level
Salary Range: $79,800 - $103,666 Bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET-accredited program; electrical engineering degree preferred. 2+ years of relevant engineering experience. Demonstrated broad knowledge & proficiency in the specialty area, knowledge of related specialties, and general knowledge of other related disciplines. Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills & core competencies for this engineering level as established & documented by the organization. EIT/FE strongly preferred. Senior Engineer Level
Salary Range: $94,600 - $126,134 Required bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET-accredited curriculum; electrical engineering degree preferred. 5+ years of relevant engineering experience with EIT/FE required; 7+ years of relevant engineering experience without EIT/FE. Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level as established & documented by the organization. Professional Engineer (PE) registration may be required depending on business need. Preferred Requirements
Experience in the transmission and distribution area. Company Information
As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to millions of customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. 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. Accessibility and accommodation information available via recruiting@xcelenergy.com. Benefits and Additional Notes
Anticipated starting pay ranges are provided per level. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, life insurance, retirement plans, PTO, holidays, and additional programs. Deadline to Apply: 10/07/25. EEO and pay transparency statements apply.
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