Project Engineer, Electrical and Controls, NSP Hydro Projects

Job overview

The Project Engineer, Electrical and Controls role is listed in Minneapolis, MN. Xcel Energy describes a hybrid work model, with work-location expectations varying by role, team, and business needs. Compensation is $70,000–$156,600 per year. The role supports electrical, controls, and hydro project engineering for Xcel Energy’s utility operations.

What you'll do

• Apply engineering principles to industrial automation, controls, and power-system work
• support technical documentation and engineering procedures
• provide project and operational technical support
• assist with design, equipment selection, procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning
• support bid and proposal evaluations
• coordinate with internal teams and customers
• and support project budgeting, estimating, forecasting, and work-order management.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

project engineer

electrical controls

nsp hydro projects

industrial automation

plc

scada

protective relays

minneapolis mn

xcel energy

$70k–$156,600/year

hybrid work model

engineering

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Annual incentive program
• medical, dental, and vision
• retirement and pension plans
• paid time off and holidays
• tuition reimbursement
• parental leave
• and wellness benefits.

Why this role

The posting describes entry, staff, senior, and principal engineer levels with different experience and salary ranges; preferred experience includes PLCs, HMI/SCADA, industrial networking, hydraulic controls, and protective relays.

About the employer

Xcel Energy is hiring for this role. Industry: Electric Power Distribution. Sector: 22.