Gas Strategy & Planning Engineer (Hybrid)

Xcel Energy Services Inc; Lipan (TX); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Pension

Paid time off

Transit programs

Job summary

Xcel Energy in Texas is seeking a Staff/Engineer level professional to lead the development of long-term strategic plans for the natural gas distribution system. You will evaluate future planning scenarios and align investments with regulatory requirements and customer needs.

The role requires strong utility planning experience, project leadership, and the ability to translate complex analyses into actionable recommendations, with a hybrid work model and collaborative, cross-functional teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET-accredited curriculum or equivalent.
• 2+ years of engineering experience.
• EIT/FE strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects of moderate to large size, scope and complexity.
• Coordinate and mentor engineers and technicians across project teams.
• Apply hydraulic modeling and other analyses to inform capital investments and decarbonization options.
• Prepare bid documents and technical evaluations for proposals.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Leadership

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

Synergi Gas

Job description

Xcel Energy in Texas is seeking a Staff/Engineer level professional to lead the development of long-term strategic plans for the natural gas distribution system. You will evaluate future planning scenarios and align investments with regulatory requirements and customer needs.

The role requires strong utility planning experience, project leadership, and the ability to translate complex analyses into actionable recommendations, with a hybrid work model and collaborative, cross-functional teamwork.