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.
This position is based at the Xcel Energy Monticello Service Center, in Monticello, MN, on a hybrid work schedule (3 days per week in the office). It can be hired at Entry (I), Mid- (II), Senior (III), or Principal levels, depending on candidates' overall qualifications, experience, and interview. This is a full-time, direct-hire, non-exempt hourly position with full company benefits.
Position Summary - Level I ($25.00 - $35.00 hourly)
Entry level design position that provides new and existing commercial, industrial, residential, and internal customers with distribution design project management for the least complex areas of design. The responsibility of this position is to function as the primary contact for future and existing customers by providing cost effective designs that balance customer needs in accordance with Xcel Energy's standards and administrative guidelines. May provide work clarification for construction personnel and act as the liaison between the construction department and customers. May be expected to assist as needed after normal business hours during emergency situations.
Essential Responsibilities
Manage projects from initial customer contact through post project analysis. Establish and manage the construction work plan in order to meet the customers schedule and design requirements as well as financial and budgetary requirements.
Design safe operating facilities for new and existing customers according to Xcel Energy construction standards and interpret administrative instructions for consistent and cost-effective designs. Provide distribution design project management for the least complex areas of design. Responsible for the generation of additional revenue through contracts with new business or existing customers
Obtain permits and easements for facilities in accordance with city ordinances, state, federal, and county agencies. Execute contracts and agreements in compliance with administrative instructions and regulatory requirements.
Represent the Company with government officials, contractors, city agencies, vendors, architects, and engineers to provide service to customers.
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or GED. Min. of Assoc. Degree in one of the following fields of study: drafting, design, automation, electronics, mechatronics, engineering, GIS, other related field of study. In lieu of an Assoc. Degree: a combination of education and experience in design/drafting, construction, project management, or electronics providing equivalent knowledge.
Working knowledge of one or more of the following: GIS, design software, work management programs, and related systems.
Knowledge of and ability to use Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, etc.)
Self-starter, able to work with minimum supervision.
Driver's License may be required.
Position Summary - Level II ($29.00 - $40.00 hourly)
Intermediate level design position that provides new and existing commercial, industrial, residential, and internal customers with distribution design project management for most areas of design. The responsibility of this position is to function as the primary contact for future and existing customers by providing cost effective designs that balance customers' needs in accordance with Xcel Energy's standards and administrative guidelines. May provide work clarification for construction personnel and act as the liaison between the construction department and customers. May be expected to assist as needed after normal business hours during emergency situations.
Essential Responsibilities
Design safe operating facilities for new and existing customers according to Xcel Energy construction standards and interpret administrative instructions for consistent and cost-effective designs. Provide distribution design project management for most areas of design, limited only to the most complex. Responsible for the generation of additional company revenue through contacts with new business or existing customers.
Manage projects from initial customer contact through post project analysis. Establish and manage the construction work plan in order to meet the customers' schedule and design requirements as well as financial and budgetary requirements.
Obtain permits and easements for facilities in accordance with city ordinances, state, federal, and county agencies. Execute contracts and agreements in compliance with administrative instructions and regulatory requirements.
Represent the Company with government officials, contractors, city agencies, vendors, architects, and engineers to provide service to customers.
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or GED. Min. of Assoc. Degree in one of the following fields of study: drafting, design, automation, electronics, mechatronics, engineering, GIS, other related field of study. In lieu of an Assoc. Degree: a combination of education and experience in design/drafting, construction, project management, or electronics providing equivalent experience and knowledge.
Minimum 2 years' experience as a Designer I or equivalent experience.
Proficient in one or more of the following: GIS, design software, work management programs, and related systems or related systems required.
Knowledge of construction standards, materials, and technical codes.
Proficient in Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access, etc.).
Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision.
Driver's License may be required.
Position Summary - Level III ($33.00 - $46.00 hourly)
Mastery level design position that provides new and existing commercial, industrial, residential, and internal customers with distribution design project management for all areas of design, including complex designs. The responsibility of this position is to function as the primary contact for future and existing customers by providing cost effective designs that balance customers' needs in accordance with Xcel Energy's standards and administrative guidelines. May provide work clarification, and direction when required, for construction personnel and act as the liaison between the construction department and customers. May assist with mentoring and training of Assoc Designers and Designers. Travel and overnight stays may be required. May be expected to assist as needed after normal business hours during emergency situations.
Essential Responsibilities
Design safe operating facilities for new and existing customers according to Xcel Energy construction standard and interpret administrative instructions for consistent and cost-effective designs. Provide distribution design project management for all areas of design, including the complex. Responsible for the generation of additional company revenue through contacts with new business or existing customers.
Manage projects from initial customer contact through post project analysis. Establish and manage the construction work plan in order to meet the customers schedule and design requirements as well as financial and budgetary requirements
Assist with mentoring and training of Designers. Demonstrate ability to set direction, influence others, and build teamwork across work groups and areas to achieve department and company goals.
Represent the Company with government officials, contractors, city agencies, vendors, architects, and engineers to provide service to customers.
Demonstrate ability to set direction, influence others and build teamwork across work groups and areas to achieve department and company goals.
Obtain permits and easements for facilities in accordance with city ordinances, state, federal, and county agencies. Execute contracts and agreements in compliance with administrative instructions and regulatory requirements.
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or GED. Min. of Assoc. Degree in one of the following fields of study: drafting, design, automation, electronics, mechatronics, engineering, GIS, other related field of study and 5 years direct Designer level experience.
In lieu of an Assoc. Degree: a combination of education and experience in design/drafting, construction, project management, or electronics providing equivalent experience and knowledge. Minimum of 5 years design experience or equivalent experience - preferably 3 years as an Xcel Energy Designer II.
Mastery of one or more of the following: GIS, design software, work management programs, required.
Demonstrated knowledge of Transmission line design, Substation design, or Distribution design. Demonstrated knowledge of construction standards, materials, and technical codes.
Mastery of Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access, etc.).
Highly effective communication and innovative problem-solving skills - self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision.
Driver's License may be required.
Position Summary - Principal Level: ($38.00 - $53.00)
Subject matter expert that provides new and existing commercial, industrial, residential, and internal customers with distribution design project management for all areas of design, including the most complex. The primary contact for future and existing customers by providing cost effective designs that balance customers' needs in accordance with Xcel Energy's standards and administrative guidelines. Provide work clarification, and direction when required, for construction personnel and act as the liaison between the construction department and customers. Assist with mentoring and training of Designers and provide backup leadership to the Design Manager. This position is expected to be a subject matter expert level in distribution design capability in electric or gas. Travel and overnight stays may be required. May be expected to assist as needed after normal business hours during emergency situations.
Essential Responsibilities
Design safe operating facilities for new and existing customers according to Xcel Energy construction standards and interpret administrative instructions for consistent and cost-effective designs. Provide distribution design project management for all areas of design, including the most complex. Responsible for the generation of additional company revenue through contacts with new business or existing customers.
Manage projects from initial customer contact through post project analysis. Establish and manage the construction work plan in order to meet the customers' schedule and design requirements as well as financial and budgetary requirements.
Assist with mentoring, training, and design review/approvals of Designers and provide backup leadership to the Designer Manager. Demonstrate ability to set direction, influence others and build teamwork across work groups and areas to achieve department and Company goals.
Demonstrate ability to set direction, influence others and build teamwork across work groups and areas to achieve department and Company goals.
Obtain permits and easements for facilities in accordance with city ordinances, state, federal, and county agencies. Execute contracts and agreements in compliance with administrative instructions and regulatory requirements.
Represent the Company with government officials, contractors, city agencies, vendors, architects, and engineers to provide service to customers.
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or GED. Min. of Assoc. Degree in one of the following fields of study: drafting, design, automation, electronics, mechatronics, engineering, GIS, other related field of study or a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge. In lieu of an Assoc. Degree: a combination of education and experience in design/drafting, construction, project management, or electronics providing equivalent experience and knowledge.
Must have at least 9 years of design experience or equivalent experience. Preferably 3 years as an Xcel Energy Sr. Designer.
Subject matter expert in one or more of the following: GIS, design software, or work management programs.
Subject matter expert of Transmission line design, Substation design, or Distribution design.
Expert knowledge of construction standards, design standards, materials, and technical codes.
Expert in Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access, etc.).
Highly effective communication and innovative problem-solving skills, self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision.
Driver's License may be required.
Preferred Qualifications
Utility or construction industry experience
GIS knowledge or experience
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Design software skills such as AutoCAD
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: $25.00 to $53.00 per hour
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Spot On Bonus, 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: 08/07/25
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