Senior DER & BESS Engineer – Grid Modernization

Xcel Energy Inc

Minneapolis (MN)

Hybrid

USD 70,000 - 157,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

Xcel Energy Inc. is seeking a Staff/Staff-Engineered level DER Engineer to provide leadership in planning, design, integration, and deployment of distributed energy resources across its distribution system.

You will focus on DER interconnection, power systems, and grid modernization while coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, reliable integration of new grid technologies. You will drive DER interconnection studies, support BESS and microgrid deployments, and collaborate with

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (ABET-accredited).
  • Experience in DER interconnection, power systems analysis, and grid modernization.
  • Familiarity with energy storage, microgrids, and distribution planning.
  • Strong collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Lead DER interconnection studies and power system analyses.
  • Assist distribution planning and grid modernization initiatives.
  • Lead implementation of BESS, microgrid, and DER projects.
  • Support SCADA, DERMS, ADMS, and related controls integrations.
  • Coordinate with project managers and external stakeholders to deliver projects.

Skills

DER interconnection
Power systems
Distribution planning
Grid modernization
BESS & microgrids
SCADA/OT
Project execution
Stakeholder coordination

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree
EIT/FE preferred

Tools

SCADA
DERMS/ADMS/EMS
IEEE 1547 knowledge

Job description

Xcel Energy Inc. is seeking a Staff/Staff-Engineered level DER Engineer to provide leadership in planning, design, integration, and deployment of distributed energy resources across its distribution system.

You will focus on DER interconnection, power systems, and grid modernization while coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, reliable integration of new grid technologies. You will drive DER interconnection studies, support BESS and microgrid deployments, and collaborate with

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