Xcel Energy · 17 hours ago
Electrical Engineer I/II and Sr. - Minneapolis, MN
Twin Cities Area
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$78K/yr - $165K/yr
0+ years expXcel Energy is a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, and they are seeking Electrical Engineers at various levels to support the operations of their nuclear generation power plants. The role involves leading the development of plant modifications, performing engineering evaluations, and providing technical leadership while ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the plants.
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Responsibilities
Lead or oversees development of or develops plant modifications or plant program documents. Perform, lead or oversee performance of assigned systems or complex troubleshooting of nuclear power plant systems, calculations, engineering evaluations, operability determinations, maintenance of design basis documents, resolution of Corrective Action issues, support of continued plant operation, assessment of adverse conditions and project management. Nuclear plant component engineers monitor and evaluate preventative maintenance and improve equipment reliability by identifying performance issues and opportunities for improvement. Provide technical leadership for other engineers and designers and acts as the technical lead for quality improvement initiatives. Often carries out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures
Develop schedules, utilize work management tools, perform or oversee assignments for engineering related activities at a subject matter expert level to support site and fleet goals. Perform other duties and activities as assigned
Attend Department and plant meetings and represents the Company at industry events or activities
Attend training and complete other duties and/or projects as assigned by department leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field from an ABET accredited college or university
0-2 years of experience for Engineer I
2 years' experience for Engineer II
6 years of engineering experience with satisfactory performance in nuclear generating plant operations and or maintenance processes for Engineer
8 or more years engineering experience with satisfactory performance and demonstrated expertise in problem solving in nuclear generating plants for Sr. Engineer
Ability to obtain and maintain qualifications for unescorted access to Xcel Energy's nuclear power plants
May be required to assume emergency response duties and live within 30 or 60 minutes from the nuclear generation station
Required to maintain nuclear 'fitness for duty' during off hours if on call or designated emergency response duty
Incumbents must demonstrate satisfactory performance and progress in learning the skills and competencies to be an engineer in the nuclear utility business
Preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Advanced degree (in engineering or other related technical field)
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
Company
Xcel Energy
Xcel Energy is an electric and natural gas energy company that offers a portfolio of energy-related products and services to customers.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.39BKey Investors
US Department of EnergyBreakthrough Energy Ventures
2024-11-04Post Ipo Equity· $1.2B
2023-10-18Grant· $100M
2023-09-22Grant· $70M
Leadership Team
Robert Frenzel
Chairman, President and CEO
Tim Peterson
CIO/CTO
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