Hybrid Distribution Planning Engineer

Xcel Energy; Maple Grove (MN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Health Care Flexible Spending Account

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking an entry-level Distribution Planning Engineer to help develop near- and mid-term plans for reliable electric service. You will conduct power flow analyses, hosting capacity checks, and load forecasting while collaborating with regulatory and business teams.

The role offers a structured career path from entry to senior levels, with a defined starting pay range and a hybrid work model depending on team needs. Competitive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum.
• EIT/FE strongly preferred.
• Experience in distribution planning, DER interconnection, or distribution operations.

Responsibilities

• Develops near- and mid-term distribution system plans for safe, reliable service.
• Performs distribution system analyses including power flow studies and load forecasting.
• Collaborates with account management, regulatory, and other teams to align system needs with business objectives.
• Provides technical documentation and supports regulatory filings as needed.

Skills

Power flow analysis

Load forecasting

Hosting capacity assessments

Distribution planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (ABET accredited)

Tools

CYME

LoadSEER

Job description

Xcel Energy is seeking an entry-level Distribution Planning Engineer to help develop near- and mid-term plans for reliable electric service. You will conduct power flow analyses, hosting capacity checks, and load forecasting while collaborating with regulatory and business teams.

The role offers a structured career path from entry to senior levels, with a defined starting pay range and a hybrid work model depending on team needs. Competitive benefits are included.