Job Description

Location(s): CO - Denver

Are you an engineer who wants a challenging, rewarding career at a Fortune 500 company thats committed to excellence, safety and environmental stewardship? Do you want to be part of shaping our energy future? An engineering position at Xcel Energy could be a great match for you.

This position is part of a rotational program. As such, it will first support the Energy Supply Projects group based in Denver, CO and the expectation is that after ~12 months in the role, this position will move to Rocky Mountain Energy Center in Keenesburg, CO to support the Reliability Engineering group. All terms and conditions of employment with Xcel Energy will remain in effect for this position.

Please note that this position can be filled at the Staff or Senior levels; requirements for each level are detailed below. Preference will be given to candidates with mechanical or electrical engineering disciplines. Individuals with 4+ years of generation experience and/or 2+ years of controls experience are especially desirable.

Summary
Under general direction, demonstrates complete understanding & wide application of engineering technical principle, theories, & concepts in the field. Independently determines & develops approaches to solutions. Receives technical guidance on complex problems; completed work reviewed for adequacy in meeting objectives. May lead small-medium non-critical projects or critical projects under direction of higher level engineer/supervisor. May provide work direction to other professionals &/or staff. Represents the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects. Frequent inter-organizational & outside customer contact. Demonstrates a broad knowledge & proficiency of precedents in the specialty area, a good knowledge of related specialties, & general knowledge of other related disciplines.

Responsibilities

* Uses & applies technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, & techniques to perform activities/assignments that may include a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials or methods & difficult coordination requirements.
* Supports the development of technical documentation (including but not limited to designs, testing, calculations, reports, standards, etc.) Utilizes & may assist with the development of procedures requiring a broad knowledge & proficiency in a specialty area & has a general knowledge of related disciplines.
* Works under the general direction of a higher level engineer or supervisor for routine engineering projects. Provide ongoing technical support for project activities within areas such as Operations, Maintenance, testing/diagnostics & Regulatory. May provide field engineering oversight &/or direction for activities such as commissioning, testing, inspections, etc.
* May lead small-medium, non-critical projects. Coordinate/leads critical projects or portions of projects (including phases such as research, design, equipment selection, procurement support, installation & commissioning), under the direction of a higher level engineer or supervisor. Work reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.
* Under the direction of a higher level engineer/supervisor supports bid/evaluation processes including preparation of bid documents, completion of technical evaluations for proposals; provide recommendations for selection, etc. Partners & communicates with areas such as Supply Chain & Legal following appropriate processes.
* Frequently exchanges information in all formats, on matters having a wide range of importance & complexity both inter-organizationally & with outside customers.
* May assign tasks & coordinate work of interns, drafters, technicians, craft personnel and/or others. Provide guidance & mentoring to less experienced engineers. Responsible for continuous self-development of technical skills & competencies.
* Performs activities such as budgeting, estimating, forecasting, accounting, work order management, in support of engineering projects.

Required for Staff Level

* Bachelors degree in Engineering from ABET accredited curriculum (or recognized equivalency).
* 2+ years relevant engineering experience.
* Demonstrated broad knowledge & proficiency in specialty area, knowledge of related specialties, & general knowledge of other related disciplines.
* Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills & core competencies for this engineering level established and documented by the organization.

Preferred for Staff Level

* EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) strongly preferred

Required for Senior Level

* Bachelors degree in Engineering from ABET accredited curriculum (or recognized equivalency)
* 5+ years relevant engineering experience
* EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) required
* Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization.

Preferred for Senior Level

* PE (Professional Engineer) registration may be required depending on business need

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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 youre ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.
Posting Notes: CO - Denver || CO - Denver || United States (US) || Generation || 60111:ES PO REL CHR FSV RMEC Therm || Full-Time || Non-Bargaining ||
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $69,800 to $109,666 per year

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Requisition Number: 27593

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com