Junior Distribution Design Engineer — Power Systems

Xcel Energy; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Pension

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking an entry-level engineer to develop technical expertise across a defined specialty. The role offers progression through Staff, Senior, and Principal levels with salary ranges and clear advancement paths.

Successful candidates will work under supervision, applying established procedures and supporting project activities from design through commissioning. We value ongoing self-development, collaboration with teams, and the ability to mentor interns and junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET-accredited curriculum.
• 0+ years relevant engineering experience; Entry level.
• EIT/FE strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Uses technical standards, theories, concepts for limited-scope assignments.
• Supports development of technical documentation and procedures.
• Provides ongoing technical support for project activities.
• Coordinates or leads projects or portions under supervision.
• Supports bid/evaluation processes with basic analysis and communication.
• Exchanges information across internal and external stakeholders.
• May supervise interns, drafters, technicians, or others.

Skills

Project coordination

Technical documentation

Mentoring

Supervision

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Electrical or mechanical engineering degree preferred

PE license (Professional Engineer) preferred

Job description

Xcel Energy is seeking an entry-level engineer to develop technical expertise across a defined specialty. The role offers progression through Staff, Senior, and Principal levels with salary ranges and clear advancement paths.

Successful candidates will work under supervision, applying established procedures and supporting project activities from design through commissioning. We value ongoing self-development, collaboration with teams, and the ability to mentor interns and junior staff.