Xcel Energy
Grid Operations Engineer (Entry, Staff, Senior or Principal)
Xcel Energy, Lubbock, Texas, us, 79430
Overview
Grid Operations Engineer (Entry, Staff, Senior or Principal) at Xcel Energy. 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 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 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. Communicates 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. 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 established and documented by the organization. Preferred EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) preferred. 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 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 without EIT/FE. Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization. Preferred PE registration may be required depending on business need. Principal Engineer (Salary Range: $109,300 - $152,766)
Required bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET-accredited curriculum; electrical engineering degree preferred. 9+ years of relevant engineering experience with PE registration required; 15+ years without PE. Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization. Preferred Experience
ADMS experience Control center operations experience Substation and distribution experience About Xcel Energy
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. 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. If you need an accommodation to apply, contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com. Deadline to Apply: 10/21/25. EEO and Accessibility
EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF) ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT: Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com/ accessible to all users. If you need assistance completing the application process, please contact recruiting@xcelenergy.com. This contact is for accommodation requests only.
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Grid Operations Engineer (Entry, Staff, Senior or Principal) at Xcel Energy. 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 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 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. Communicates 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. 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 established and documented by the organization. Preferred EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) preferred. 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 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 without EIT/FE. Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization. Preferred PE registration may be required depending on business need. Principal Engineer (Salary Range: $109,300 - $152,766)
Required bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET-accredited curriculum; electrical engineering degree preferred. 9+ years of relevant engineering experience with PE registration required; 15+ years without PE. Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization. Preferred Experience
ADMS experience Control center operations experience Substation and distribution experience About Xcel Energy
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. 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. If you need an accommodation to apply, contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com. Deadline to Apply: 10/21/25. EEO and Accessibility
EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF) ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT: Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com/ accessible to all users. If you need assistance completing the application process, please contact recruiting@xcelenergy.com. This contact is for accommodation requests only.
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