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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Distribution Protection, Controls and SCADA Engineer (Senior or Principal) - **Company:** Xcel Energy Inc. - **Location:** Minneapolis, MN, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $97,000.0 - $156,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** ADMS (Software), Computer Programming, Distributed Systems, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Modbus, Communication Devices - **Published:** September 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/21E175DFBA34429687BEBA202D658F64/job/ ## About the Role * Required bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum * 5+ years relevant engineering experience with EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) required; 7+ years relevant engineering experience without EIT/FE. * Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization. * Preferred PE (Professional Engineer) registration may be required depending on business need., * Required bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum * 9+ years relevant engineering experience with PE (Professional Engineer) registration required; 15+ years relevant engineering experience without PE. * Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization Preferred * Experience with Protection and Logic on Distribution Relays and maintaining Logic Diagrams * Experience Interpreting Fault Event files and understanding what may have caused the event * Experience programming/troubleshooting controls/RTU'sand/or communication equipment. * Experience with DNP3, Mirrored Bits, and Modbus Protocols ## Description As part of the Distribution Controls and SCADA group you would help manage the equipment on the Distribution system. Examples of some of the work this position may perform include: Developing and updating Protection and Logic in controls as new features are identified or issues arise, picking new devices to pilot and helping lead those pilots, testing new devices in the lab, creating new templates and DNP Maps for devices, write guides on how to program/troubleshoot devices in the field, support field crews, assist getting equipment into ADMS (Advanced Distribution Management System), and select communication equipment to install in Distribution controls. This position is primarily in the office/Lab but there are times when going out to the field is necessary. Come join our group! We have snacks!, * Applies extensive technical expertise and has an understanding of the basic principles of other related disciplines. Fully demonstrates the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level by applying technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to lead projects of moderate to large size, scope and complexity. * Largely self-directed work is expected to result in the development of new or improved techniques, procedures and standards. Supports the development of technical documentation (including but not limited to designs, testing, calculations, reports, standards, etc.) * Without appreciable direction exercises considerable latitude in determining ongoing technical support for project activities within areas such as Operations, Maintenance, Testing/diagnostics and Regulatory. Provides field engineering oversight and direction for activities such as support, testing, installation, inspections, commissioning etc. * Coordinates/leads multiple projects or portions of projects (including phases such as research, design, equipment selection, procurement, installation and commissioning). May lead more critical projects with oversight of a higher-level engineer or supervisor. * Represents the organization as the prime technical contact in the bid/evaluation processes including preparation of bid documents, completion of technical evaluations for proposals and providing recommendations for selection. Interacts with senior external personnel on significant technical matters often requiring coordination with internal and external organizations. * Effectively and with precision resolves difficult technical/business matters both inter-organizationally and with outside customer/vendors with all formats of communication. * May assign tasks to and/or direct engineers, technicians, craft personnel and other support staff including coordination and review of work assignments. Provides guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers. 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