Lots of opportunities - Power Engineer Xcel Energy Employee Review

4.0
Sep 13, 2021
Recommend
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Pros

Good exposure to all parts of the electrical utility world. Transmission, distribution, control center/SCADA and EMS, substation design, metering, etc.

Cons

Lower then average pay for positions compared to consulting firms.

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5.0
Jun 15, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great, Lots of opportunity within,

Cons

You have to drive to downtown Denver

4.0
Jul 5, 2026
Recommend
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Business Outlook

Pros

Work-life balance, okay benefits, and cemented impact on the community

Cons

Because the company has a bottom line, promotional paths aren't really a thing beyond individual contributor to manager. I don't know what the next level up would be besides that.

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