Xcel Energy's Transmission Control Center has an opening for an Operation Coordination Engineer in either Eau Claire, WI or Minneapolis, MN. An Engineering degree is required with an Electrical Engineering degree preferred. An emphasis on power systems is preferred. This position plays a key role in the day-to-day operation of Xcel Energy's high voltage transmission system. Duties include performing powerflow studies, review and approve transmission facility outage requests, and provide technical support to the control center operators. This position works with Xcel Energy's transmission system voltages ranging from 69kV to 345kV. Experience with power system operation and power system equipment is desired. This is a hierarchal position. The job description below is for the entry engineer level; additional responsibilities may be required for higher levels within the hierarchy. The minimum requirements for all levels are listed below. The successful candidate will be hired at the level that is commensurate with their education and experience.
Summary
This is an entry level position designed to develop technical expertise in a particular area of specialty. Performs work that involves conventional types of plans, investigations, surveys, structures or equipment with relatively few complex features for which there are precedents. Activities are of limited scope requiring knowledge of principles and techniques commonly employed in the specific narrow area of assignments. May lead small-medium, non-critical projects and/or provide field oversight of critical projects under direction of higher level engineer or supervisor. Work is reviewed for soundness of technical judgment, overall adequacy and accuracy. As proficiency is gained, may work on portions of larger projects. Works under supervision and follows established procedures. May supervise or coordinate the work of interns, drafters, craft personnel, technicians and/or others.
Responsibilities
- Uses and applies technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to perform activities/assignments of limited scope.
- Supports the development of technical documentation (including but not limited to designs, testing, calculations, reports, standards, etc.) Utilizes and may assist with the development of procedures.
- Provides ongoing technical support for project activities within areas such as Operations, Maintenance, Testing/diagnostics, Regulatory, etc. May provide field engineering oversight for activities such as commissioning, testing, inspections etc. under direct supervision.
- Coordinates/leads projects or portions of projects (including phases such as research, design, equipment selection, procurement support, installation and commissioning), under the direction of a higher level engineer or supervisor.
- Under the direction of a higher level engineer/supervisor, supports bid/evaluation processes by performing basic analysis and calculations on existing documentation and materials that support the preparation of bid documents. In completing segments of technical evaluations for proposals may need to effectively communicate with other business areas of the company following appropriate processes.
- Effectively exchanges information in all formats, on matters having a wide range of importance and complexity both inter-organizationally and with outside customer/vendors.
- May coordinate the work of interns, drafters, technicians, and/or others and provides guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers. Responsible for continuous self development of technical skills and competencies.
- May perform activities such as budgeting, estimating, forecasting, accounting, work order management, in support of engineering projects.
Minimum Requirements for Engineer level
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering from ABET accredited curriculum (or recognized equivalency) BSEE Preferred
- 0+ years relevant engineering experience
- Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization
- EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) preferred
- Utility experience preferred; Familiarity with high voltage substation equipment preferred
Minimum Requirements for Staff Engineer Level
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering from ABET accredited curriculum (or recognized equivalency) BSEE preferred
- 2+ years relevant engineering experience
- EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) strongly preferred
- Utility experience preferred; Familiarity with high voltage substation equipment preferred
Minimum Requirements for Senior Engineer Level
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering from ABET accredited curriculum (or recognized equivalency) BSEE Preferred
- 5+ years relevant engineering experience
- PE (Professional Engineer) Registration
- Utility experience preferred; Familiarity with high voltage substation equipment preferred
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
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.
Requisition Number: 10044
Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com
Click Here to view full job listing
Xcel Energy, Inc.
414 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis
Minnesota United States
www.xcelenergy.com
