Natural Gas Materials Engineer — Hybrid & Growth Path

Xcel Energy Services Inc; United States; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking an entry-level Natural Gas Materials Engineer to develop and maintain standards for gas facilities. The role focuses on materials evaluation, qualification, testing, and support of gas transmission and distribution systems.

The position emphasizes collaboration with Operations, Engineering, Compliance, and Supply Chain, with a hybrid work model that may require onsite presence and field coordination. A bachelor’s degree in engineering and EIT/FE are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum.
• 0+ years relevant engineering experience.
• Preferred EIT/FE certification.

Responsibilities

• Applies technical standards to tasks of limited scope.
• Develops technical documentation (designs, testing, calculations, reports, standards).
• Provides ongoing technical support for project activities across Operations, Maintenance, Testing/Diagnostics, Regulatory.
• May provide field engineering oversight under supervision.
• Coordinates projects or portions of projects (research, design, procurement, installation, commissioning).
• Supports bid/evaluation processes with basic analysis and calculations.
• Communicates effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentors interns and junior staff; supports self-development of technical skills.
• May assist with budgeting, forecasting, and work order management.

Education

ABET accredited engineering degree

Engineer in Training / Fundamentals of Engineering (EIT/FE) preferred

Job description

Xcel Energy is seeking an entry-level Natural Gas Materials Engineer to develop and maintain standards for gas facilities. The role focuses on materials evaluation, qualification, testing, and support of gas transmission and distribution systems.

The position emphasizes collaboration with Operations, Engineering, Compliance, and Supply Chain, with a hybrid work model that may require onsite presence and field coordination. A bachelor’s degree in engineering and EIT/FE are preferred.