Reliability Engineer Intern

Job description

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.

At Xcel Energy, our employees are the driving force behind our success.

So we make sure that, here, you can be your best.

Doing work that makes a difference for neighbors and communities.

Working with a team you can count on to push you.

Expanding skills, staying ready for change, and capturing opportunities to grow.

All with the support, rewards and recognition you need to thrive – during your internship and beyond.

­ **Project Description:**

Xcel Energy is seeking a highly motivated Reliability Engineering Intern to join our team at the Fort St. Vrain power plant in Platteville, CO.

This paid internship offers a unique opportunity to apply your mechanical or electrical engineering knowledge to real-world challenges, focusing on ensuring the long-term reliability and performance of our critical plant assets.

You'll be an integral part of our Reliability Engineering department, a team dedicated to technical problem-solving and proactively improving equipment’s health.

The program provides practical, hands-on experience and will allow you to take ownership of assignments from start to finish.

You'll gain valuable experience reviewing engineering drawings and equipment manuals, walking down the plant, and communicating your findings and plans to leadership.

This role is a great fit for a self-starter with a positive attitude who takes pride in delivering high-quality work.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

+ Conduct reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) analysis on plant equipment to identify potential failure modes and recommend mitigation strategies.
+ Assist in the development of preventive and predictive maintenance plans for mechanical or electrical systems.
+ Review engineering drawings, specifications, and vendor manuals to support equipment upgrades or troubleshooting.
+ Support root cause analysis (RCA) investigations for equipment failures and contribute to developing corrective actions.
+ Walk down the plant to inspect equipment condition and collect data for reliability improvement projects.
+ Develop clear and concise reports on project progress, accomplishments, and future plans for leadership.
+ Working Conditions-This position is a hands-on, outdoor role along with office assignments.

You'll be working in an industrial environment, exposed to various weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
+ A positive attitude and willingness to work outside are essential.

This position is for a June 1st, 2026.

These positions may have the possibility to extend beyond the internship’s initial term based on the candidate’s successful performance and Xcel’s business needs.

**Minimum Requirements**

+ Current student, Junior status (as of Fall 2026) or higher.
+ Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
+ Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week)/part-time during the fall (up to 20 hours a week).
+ Able to commute to the Fort St.Vrain power plant in Platteville, CO.

**Preferred Qualifications**

+ 3.0 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale) or higher.
+ Completed two years of undergraduate coursework, including core classes in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, circuit analysis, or power systems.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate findings and plans.
+ Demonstrated ability to be a self-starter and work independently on assigned tasks.

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 recruiting@xcelenergy.com .

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $22.50 to $30.10 per hour

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays

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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You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Deadline to Apply: 10/26/25

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