Substation Engineer Intern- TX

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow?  A  position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.

At Xcel Energy, our employees are the driving force behind our success. So we make sure that, here, you can be your best. Doing work that makes a difference for neighbors and communities. Working with a team you can count on to push you. Expanding skills, staying ready for change, and capturing opportunities to grow. All with the support, rewards and recognition you need to thrive – during your internship and beyond.

This posting is for 7 intern openings across 4 departments. We are looking for Electrical Engineering interns in various departments including System Protection Engineering, Substation Engineering & Design, Substation Communication Engineering and Substation Commissioning Engineering. Below are the typical responsibilities for each group:

System Protection Engineering (3 openings)

- Power system modeling in company short circuit modeling
- Collecting and coordinating event information for On-Call Engineer
- Performing short circuit analysis studies
- Developing relay settings for small capital projects
- Assisting compliance subject matter experts with required documentation

Substation Engineering & Design (1 Opening)

- Support substation design tasks (one-line diagrams, layouts, basic calculations)
- Assist with drawing updates, design packages, and standards documentation
- Perform basic engineering calculations and data validation
- Participate in design reviews and coordination meetings
- Support site visit preparation and documentation (limited field exposure)
- Organize and analyze project data and engineering records

Substation Communication Engineering (2 Openings)

- Learn how Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) are programmed using Distributed Network Protocol (DNP)
- Assist with configuring network settings for substation cyber assets
- Observe and help investigate network event logs
- Gain foundational understanding of the Energy Management System (EMS), system protection concepts, and cybersecurity considerations in electric power operations

Substation Commissioning Engineering (1 Opening)

-Support substation commissioning process tasks to prove the correct operation of substation protection and control schemes
-Develop commissioning test plans (including modeling faults, developing test plans, and verifying test plans in the lab)
-Support commissioning sign off sheet, commissioning report and commissioning artifacts collection and submittals
-Support commissioning schedule management

 

These positions are for a May 24, 2027 start date. This position may have the possibility to extend beyond the internship’s initial term based on the candidate’s successful performance and Xcel Energy’s business needs.

Minimum Requirements:
- Current student, Freshman or higher
- Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering
- Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week)/ part time during the school year (up to 20 hours a week) and commuting to the designated work location in-person, per our hybrid work policy.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Coursework in power systems or electrical engineering fundamentals (e.g., AC circuits)
- Interest in electric utility infrastructure or substation engineering
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.

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.

Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $21.20 to $24.60 per hour

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays

Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.

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Deadline to Apply: 10/16/26

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