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Transmission Planning Engineer - Entry to Senior Level
Minneapolis, MN, 55401
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On-site
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Full-time
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2d ago
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 role is 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
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Uses and applies technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to perform activities/assignments of limited scope.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Effectively exchanges information in all formats, on matters having a wide range of importance and complexity both inter-organizationally and with outside customer/vendors.
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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.
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May perform activities such as budgeting, estimating, forecasting, accounting, work order management, in support of engineering projects.
THIS POSITION CAN BE FILLED AT ANY OF THE FOLLOWING LEVELS Entry Level: ($70,000 - $88,666**)Minimum Requirements**
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Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited curriculum (or recognized equivalency).
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Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization.
Mid-Level: ($81,800-$106,266)Minimum Requirements
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Bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum (or recognized equivalency).
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2+year's relevant engineering experience.
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Demonstrated broad knowledge & proficiency in specialty area, knowledge of related specialties, & general knowledge of other related disciplines.
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Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills & core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization.
Senior Level: ($97,000-$129,266)Minimum Requirements
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Bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum (or recognized equivalency).
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5+ years relevant engineering experience with EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) required, OR 7+ years relevant engineering experience without EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) required.
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Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization.
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Preferred PE (Professional Engineer) registration may be required depending on business need.
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 $129,266.00 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: 04/30/26
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About Xcel Energy

Xcel Energy
PublicXcel Energy Inc. is a U.S. regulated electric utility and natural gas delivery company based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, serving approximately 3.9 million electricity customers and 2.2 million natural gas customers across parts of eight states as of mid-2025.
10,001+
Employees
Minneapolis
Headquarters
$18.5B
Valuation
Reviews
2.9
10 reviews
Work-life balance
3.2
Compensation
2.5
Culture
3.0
Career
2.8
Management
2.1
35%
Recommend to a friend
Pros
Great team environment and supportive teams
Quality training and safety tools
Work-life balance prioritization
Cons
Poor management and leadership issues
Low pay and compensation concerns
High stress and pressure
Salary Ranges
183 data points
Junior/L3
Junior/L3 · Associate Data Scientist
1 reports
$123,505
total per year
Base
$95,004
Stock
-
Bonus
-
$123,505
$123,505
Interview experience
2 interviews
Difficulty
2.5
/ 5
Duration
14-28 weeks
Offer rate
100%
Experience
Positive 50%
Neutral 50%
Negative 0%
Interview process
1
Application Review
2
HR Screen
3
Hiring Manager Interview
4
Panel Interview
5
Offer
Common questions
Behavioral/STAR
Past Experience
Technical Knowledge
Culture Fit
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