Gas Strategy & Planning Engineer | Decarbonization Focus

Friendsofkerhonkson; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Xcel Energy, a Fortune 500 utility, is seeking a Staff/Senior/Principal Engineer to spearhead long-term gas distribution planning in a hybrid Denver role. You will evaluate planning scenarios, identify innovative solutions, and align investments to regulatory and customer needs.

The position requires strong technical expertise, collaboration across teams, and the ability to translate analysis into actionable recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (ABET-accredited).
• Experience with utility planning, hydraulics, and decarbonization projects preferred.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and stakeholder coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead long-term strategic planning for natural gas distribution systems.
• Evaluate future scenarios and align investments with strategy and regulations.
• Coordinate cross-functionally on traditional and non-pipeline solutions.

Skills

Engineering foundations

Project leadership

Regulatory coordination

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

Synergi Gas Hydraul Modeling

Job description

Xcel Energy, a Fortune 500 utility, is seeking a Staff/Senior/Principal Engineer to spearhead long-term gas distribution planning in a hybrid Denver role. You will evaluate planning scenarios, identify innovative solutions, and align investments to regulatory and customer needs.

The position requires strong technical expertise, collaboration across teams, and the ability to translate analysis into actionable recommendations.