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Distribution Design Engineer; Entry Senior, or Principal

Job in Carlsbad, Eddy County, New Mexico, 88221, USA
Listing for: Xcel Energy Inc
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-10
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Mechanical Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 70000 - 110000 USD Yearly USD 70000.00 110000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Distribution Design Engineer (Entry, Staff, Senior, or Principal)

Job Overview

Entry-level position designed to develop technical expertise in a particular area of specialty. Performs work involving conventional types of plans, investigations, surveys, structures or equipment with relatively few complex features. May lead small‑medium, non‑critical projects or provide field oversight of critical projects under direction of a higher level engineer.

Essential Responsibilities
  • Uses and applies technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to perform activities/assignments of limited scope.
  • Supports the development of technical documentation (including designs, testing, calculations, reports, standards, etc.) and assists with development of procedures.
  • Provides ongoing technical support for project activities within areas such as Operations, Maintenance, Testing/diagnostics, Regulatory, etc.; may provide field engineering oversight for commissioning, testing, inspections under direct supervision.
  • Coordinates or leads projects or portions of projects—including research, design, equipment selection, procurement support, installation, and commissioning—under the direction of a higher level engineer or supervisor.
  • Under the direction of a higher level engineer or supervisor, supports bid/evaluation processes by performing basic analysis and calculations on existing documentation and materials that support the preparation of bid documents.
  • Effectively exchanges information in all formats, on matters having a wide range of importance and complexity both inter‑organizationally and with outside customers/vendors.
  • May coordinate the work of interns, drafters, technicians, and/or others and provide guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers; responsible for continuous self‑development of technical skills and competencies.
  • May perform activities such as budgeting, estimating, forecasting, accounting, work order management in support of engineering projects.
Minimum Requirements – Entry Engineer
  • Required bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum; electrical or mechanical engineering degree preferred.
  • 0+ years relevant engineering experience and ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level.
  • Preferred EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) preferred.
Minimum Requirements – Staff Engineer
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET accredited, electrical or mechanical engineering degree preferred.
  • 2+ years relevant engineering experience with demonstrated broad knowledge, proficiency in specialty area, and general knowledge of related disciplines.
  • Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level.
  • EIT/FE strongly preferred.
Minimum Requirements – Senior Engineer
  • Required bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum; electrical or mechanical engineering degree preferred.
  • 5+ years relevant engineering experience with EIT/FE required; 7+ years relevant engineering experience without EIT/FE.
  • Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level.
  • Preferred PE (Professional Engineer) registration may be required depending on business need.
Minimum Requirements – Principal Engineer
  • Required bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum; electrical or mechanical engineering degree preferred.
  • 9+ years relevant engineering experience with PE registration required; 15+ years relevant engineering experience without PE.
  • Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level.
Benefits

Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) if enrolled, Limited‑Purpose FSA, Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short‑term and Long‑term disability, Employee Assistance Program, Fitness Center Reimbursement, Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off, Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off, Parental Leave.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Accessibility Statement

Contact  for accommodation requests. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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