Xcel Energy employees working as Distribution Engineer in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 2.1 out of 5 stars, based on 3 ratings. This is in line with the average of Distribution Engineer professionals at Xcel Energy worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Distribution Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $106,190 per year (estimate) and goes up to $295,272 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Distribution Engineer at Xcel Energy is $115,777 per year or $56 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $205,797 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $86,833 (25th percentile) and $157,481 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 12 salaries submitted by Xcel Energy Distribution Engineer professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Distribution Engineer professionals typically earn between $42 and $76 per hour.
Distribution Engineer professionals typically earn between $7,236 and $13,123 monthly.