Data Scientist

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.

Position Summary

The Data Scientist, Electric Distribution & Gas Integrated Planning is responsible for applying advanced analytics, data science, and modeling techniques to support long-term planning of electric and natural gas systems. This role works within Integrated System Planning (ISP) to transform complex datasets into actionable insights that inform infrastructure investment decisions, resource planning strategies, regulatory filings, and emerging energy transition initiatives. The position supports the integration of electric and gas planning activities by developing data-driven analyses related to load growth, beneficial electrification, distributed energy resources, customer adoption trends, system reliability, affordability, and decarbonization pathways. This involves leveraging statistical analysis, machine learning techniques, and data visualization tools to create models and algorithms that provide actionable insights.  The role aligns with ISP's mission of coordinating long-term plans across electric and gas systems and supporting integrated, data-driven planning frameworks.

Essential Responsibilities

• Collecting and cleaning data from various sources and ensuring data quality.

• Manipulating and transforming data using tools like SQL, Python, and R.

• Use statistical techniques and machine learning algorithms to perform exploratory data analysis to understand the nuances, patterns, and anomalies within the data.

• Support development, validation, and deployment of machine learning & statistical models to predict, classify, and optimize various business outcomes. 

• Develop an understanding of delivering data science models in a production environment. 

• Creating impactful visualizations to communicate findings effectively.

• Collaborating with stakeholders to understand business challenges and develop data-driven solutions to real-world problems.

• Translating technical concepts into actionable insights.

• Balancing learning with practical application.

• Understanding project and team scope as it relates to broader strategic initiatives.

• Effectively communicating findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science, math, statistics, math, or related with an analytical concentration.  

• A minimum of 3 years working as a data scientist or application developer (2 years with MS or Ph.D). Relevant certifications can be considered in lieu of a post graduate degree in combination with years of experience. (i.e. MLOps, data platform certs, etc.)

Preferred Requirement

• Experience in the regulated utility industry

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 [email protected].

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $97,600.00 to $138,600.00 per year

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO), Parental Leave

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: 07/23/26

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