Xcel Energy

Support engineering and project management teams on renewable energy projects through tasks like submittal coordination, construction planning, schedule review, and stakeholder communication. | Current junior or higher engineering student enrolled in an ABET accredited program with good communication, mechanical aptitude, and ability to commute to Denver and project sites. | 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. At Xcel Energy, our employees are the driving force behind our success. So we make sure that, here, you can be your best. Doing work that makes a difference for neighbors and communities. Working with a team you can count on to push you. Expanding skills, staying ready for change, and capturing opportunities to grow. All with the support, rewards and recognition you need to thrive – during your internship and beyond. Project Description: Xcel Energy is seeking candidates to support our Major Projects – Fixed Assets team. The paid internship provides an opportunity to showcase your abilities to our engineering and project management teams that support planning and execution of new capital renewable and dispatchable generation projects being constructed in Colorado to support Xcel Energy’s clean energy transition. The program provides practical work experience to develop your existing skillset, sharpen your presentation skills with leaders, and collaborate with key internal stakeholders while actively participating in large new generation project construction, including but not limited to wind, solar, battery, and combustion turbines. Each intern will be relied upon to play a role in achieving successful execution of projects. This internship program will allow you to apply what you’ve learned in school and further enhance your knowledge through hands-on training and provide opportunities to network and learn with other interns within the MPG-FA and other supporting organizations. This role requires being at Xcel Energy’s Denver headquarters (T3) or other Xcel Energy generating facilities three (3) days a week during the summer and may require periodic travel to remote renewable or other generation sites across the state of Colorado as needed. Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to: • Work as an entry level engineering analyst performing tasks spanning all aspects of plant operations including engineering, project management and construction. • Provide submittal coordination, drawing support, construction planning and oversight, schedule review, quality control support, and vendor outreach and coordination, with some exposure to budgeting. • Work with the Project Management and Engineering staff, supporting requests from operations and engineering, in making performance/efficiency improvement recommendations. • Leverage communication skills to develop relationships with key project stakeholders including environmental, land rights, various engineering groups, project controls, external consultants and development partners, and other necessary groups to support project planning. • Acquire and develop knowledge in assigned areas by interacting and learning from these sources. • Meet established turnaround time criteria for assigned projects to foster internal stakeholder participation and support project goals. • Innovate new methods to improve stakeholder engagement and team effectiveness. This position is for a June 1st , 2026 start. This position may have the possibility to extend beyond the internship’s initial term based on the candidate’s successful performance and Xcel Energy’s business needs. Minimum Requirements: • Current student, Junior status (as of May 2026) or higher. • Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university Bachelor's program in pursuit of an Engineering degree. • Ability to communicate effectively; both written and verbally, with good organizational skills. • Must be self- motivated, have good mechanical aptitude, and ability to work well with others. • Able to commute to the corporate office in Denver, CO office and project sites within the state of Colorado, periodic overnight stays may be required for remote locations. Preferred Qualifications: • 3.0 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale) or higher • Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering disciplines preferred • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, OneNote) and Google Earth • Interest in obtaining FE 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. 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: $22.50 to $30.10 per hour This position is eligible for the following benefits: Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays 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: 10/16/25 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 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.

Test and commission new substation equipment, develop automated tests, coordinate personnel, validate asset information, and provide commissioning results. | Bachelor's degree in engineering (preferably electrical), 2+ years relevant experience for staff engineer, EIT/FE preferred, strong technical and problem-solving skills. | 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. The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the staff engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as different skills and/or experience will be required at the entry, senior and principal engineer level. Position Summary Substation Commissioning Engineering is a department with opportunities to enhance one’s knowledge of Xcel Energy’s Transmission and Distribution Systems. Our primary focus is to test and commission new equipment installations to ensure proper operation as designed. Successful substation commissioning involves several aspects of system design: substation protection and control, protective relay settings, SCADA, project management, and transmission system operations. Our responsibilities include developing automated tests, hand-on testing in substations, personnel coordination and scheduling, validation of asset information, and providing commissioning results information to other departments to improve future designs and procedures. Under general direction, demonstrates complete understanding & wide application of engineering technical principle, theories, & concepts in the field. Independently determines & develops approaches to solutions. Receives technical guidance on complex problems; completed work reviewed for adequacy in meeting objectives. May lead small-medium non-critical projects or critical projects under direction of higher level engineer/supervisor. May provide work direction to other professionals &/or staff. Represents the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects. Frequent inter-organizational & outside customer contact. Demonstrates a broad knowledge & proficiency of precedents in the specialty area, a good knowledge of related specialties, & general knowledge of other related disciplines. Essential Responsibilities • Uses & applies technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, & techniques to perform activities/assignments that may include a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials or methods & difficult coordination requirements. • Supports the development of technical documentation (including but not limited to designs, testing, calculations, reports, standards, etc.) Utilizes & may assist with the development of procedures requiring a broad knowledge & proficiency in a specialty area & has a general knowledge of related disciplines. • Works under the general direction of a higher level engineer or supervisor for routine engineering projects. Provide ongoing technical support for project activities within areas such as Operations, Maintenance, testing/diagnostics & Regulatory. May provide field engineering oversight &/or direction for activities such as commissioning, testing, inspections, etc. • May lead small-medium, non-critical projects. Coordinate/leads critical projects or portions of projects (including phases such as research, design, equipment selection, procurement support, installation & commissioning), under the direction of a higher level engineer or supervisor. Work reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. • Under the direction of a higher level engineer/supervisor supports bid/evaluation processes including preparation of bid documents, completion of technical evaluations for proposals; provide recommendations for selection, etc. Partners & communicates with areas such as Supply Chain & Legal following appropriate processes. • Frequently exchanges information in all formats, on matters having a wide range of importance & complexity both inter-organizationally & with outside customers. • May assign tasks & coordinate work of interns, drafters, technicians, craft personnel &/or others. Provide guidance & mentoring to less experienced engineers. Responsible for continuous self-development of technical skills & competencies. • Performs activities such as budgeting, estimating, forecasting, accounting, work order management, in support of engineering projects. Entry Engineer Level (Salary Range: $68,300-95,600 Minimum Requirements • Required bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum, electrical engineering degree preferred. • 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: $79,800-$115,600) Minimum Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET accredited, electrical engineering degree preferred. • 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. Senior Engineer Level (Salary Range: $94,600-$141,900) Minimum Requirements • Required bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum, electrical engineering degree preferred. • 5+ years relevant engineering experience with EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) required; 7+ years relevant engineering experience without EIT/FE. • Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization. • Preferred PE (Professional Engineer) registration may be required depending on business need. Principal Engineer (Salary Range: $109,300-$174,500) Minimum Requirements • Required bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum, electrical engineering degree preferred. • 9+ years relevant engineering experience with PE (Professional Engineer) registration required; 15+ years relevant engineering experience without PE. • Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization. Preferred Requirements • Ability to work effectively in various environmental conditions and traveling to different substation sites. • Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. 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: $68,300.00 to $174,500.00 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: 09/25/25 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 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.

Perform transmission line engineering projects including design, analysis, project management, technical documentation, and coordination under general direction. | Bachelor's in engineering (civil/electrical preferred), 2+ years relevant experience for staff engineer or 5+ years for senior engineer, EIT/FE preferred or required, and ability to demonstrate core engineering competencies. | 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. The below job summary and responsibilities reflect the staff engineer level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as different skills and/or experience will be required at the senior engineer level. Position Summary This role involves working on transmission line engineering projects, including design, analysis, and project management. Under general direction, demonstrates complete understanding & wide application of engineering technical principle, theories, & concepts in the field. Independently determines & develops approaches to solutions. Receives technical guidance on complex problems; completed work reviewed for adequacy in meeting objectives. May lead small-medium non-critical projects or critical projects under direction of higher-level engineer/supervisor. May provide work direction to other professionals &/or staff. Represents the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects. Frequent inter-organizational & outside customer contact. Demonstrates a broad knowledge & proficiency of precedents in the specialty area, a good knowledge of related specialties, & general knowledge of other related disciplines. Essential Responsibilities • Uses & applies technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, & techniques to perform activities/assignments that may include a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials or methods & difficult coordination requirements. • Supports the development of technical documentation (including but not limited to designs, testing, calculations, reports, standards, etc.) Utilizes & may assist with the development of procedures requiring a broad knowledge & proficiency in a specialty area & has a general knowledge of related disciplines. • Works under the general direction of a higher-level engineer or supervisor for routine engineering projects. Provide ongoing technical support for project activities within areas such as Operations, Maintenance, testing/diagnostics & Regulatory. May provide field engineering oversight &/or direction for activities such as commissioning, testing, inspections, etc. • May lead small-medium, non-critical projects. Coordinate/leads critical projects or portions of projects (including phases such as research, design, equipment selection, procurement support, installation & commissioning), under the direction of a higher-level engineer or supervisor. Work reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. • Under the direction of a higher-level engineer/supervisor supports bid/evaluation processes including preparation of bid documents, completion of technical evaluations for proposals; provide recommendations for selection, etc. Partners & communicates with areas such as Supply Chain & Legal following appropriate processes. • Frequently exchanges information in all formats, on matters having a wide range of importance & complexity both inter-organizationally & with outside customers. • May assign tasks & coordinate work of interns, drafters, technicians, craft personnel &/or others. Provide guidance & mentoring to less experienced engineers. Responsible for continuous self-development of technical skills & competencies. • Performs activities such as budgeting, estimating, forecasting, accounting, work order management, in support of engineering projects. Staff Engineer Level (Salary Range: $79,800-$103,666) Minimum Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET accredited, civil or electrical engineering degree preferred. • 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. Senior Engineer Level (Salary Range: $94,600-$ -$140,000) Minimum Requirements • Required bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum, civil or electrical engineering degree preferred. • 5+ years relevant engineering experience with EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) required; 7+ years relevant engineering experience without EIT/FE. • Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization. • 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: $79,800.00 to $140,000.00 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: 09/16/25 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 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.