Mechanical Engineer (Staff, Senior or Principal)

Xcel Energy is hiring a Mechanical Engineer (Staff, Senior or Principal) in Minneapolis, Hennepin County — a full-time, on-site opportunity to serve as a trusted technical authority within a leading energy organization. If you want work that stretches your expertise and lets you contribute to something meaningful, this role was built for engineers like you.

About the Role

As a Mechanical Engineer at Xcel Energy, you will operate as the lead technical engineer and subject matter expert for your area of the organization. Offered at the Staff, Senior, or Principal level, this Minneapolis-based position is suited to mechanical engineering professionals who bring both depth of knowledge and a collaborative, problem-solving mindset. You will apply your skills daily while continuing to learn and grow within a company committed to powering communities reliably and responsibly.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the recognized technical expert and go-to resource for mechanical engineering matters across the organization.
• Provide engineering guidance, analysis, and recommendations that support safe and dependable operations.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to solve complex technical challenges.
• Share knowledge and mentor colleagues, helping raise the engineering capability of the wider team.

Qualifications

• A background in mechanical engineering with demonstrated technical expertise appropriate to the Staff, Senior, or Principal level applied for.
• Proven ability to serve as a subject matter expert and advise others on engineering decisions.
• Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
• A commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

About Xcel Energy

Xcel Energy is an organization where talented people put their skills to work on challenges that matter. Employees are encouraged to take pride in their contributions while building rewarding, long-term careers. With opportunities to learn, grow, and be challenged, Xcel Energy offers a workplace where mechanical engineering professionals in Minneapolis can make a real difference.

How to Apply

Ready to bring your expertise to a company you can feel proud to be part of? Submit your application for the Mechanical Engineer (Staff, Senior or Principal) position at Xcel Energy in Minneapolis through the official job listing to view full details and apply.