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 can be based in Minneapolis, MN 55401, or Eau Claire, WI 54702, on a hybrid (3 days per week in the office) work schedule. It can be hired at the Designer I or II level depending on the overall candidate's experience, qualifications, and interview results.
Position Summary - Designer I
Hourly Pay Rate $25.00 - $35.00 with full benefits
An entry level position, this position is for a Control Designer in our substation design group. Be part of a knowledgeable team that creates detailed electrical schematics for controlling and protecting substation equipment. The designer works in support of capital improvements, modifications and system reconfigurations completed by construction, operations, or maintenance.
Essential Responsibilities
Control Designer - Efficiently and safely produce Metering & Relaying diagrams, Communication One-Lines, Panel Elevations, Schematic Diagrams, and Wiring Diagrams per engineering Scope of Work documents.
Provides support and direction for well executed team efforts on projects including planning, scheduling, cost and budget control, and communication to the project team members, and management.
Perform inspection work and maintain liaison with construction and/or contractor field construction personnel to ensure adequacy of design, and compliance with plans and specifications.
Effectively plan design activities, in accordance with the project teams plans, to assure projects are completed as scheduled. Update the schedules to reflect an accurate status of the project's progress.
Coordinates project development on small, routine projects, including equipment problems, and design modifications required by project changes.
Develops new design standards and modifies existing design standards to provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective designs. Checks and reviews designs, design guides and standards by others (including consultants).
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or GED.
Minimum of Associate's 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 Associate's 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 desirable.
Knowledge of construction standards, materials, and technical codes is preferred.
Knowledge of and ability to use 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 - Designer II
Hourly Pay Rate $29.00 - $41.00 with full benefits
An intermediate level position, this position is for a Control Designer in our substation design group. Be part of a knowledgeable team that creates detailed electrical schematics for controlling and protecting substation equipment. The designer works in support of capital improvements, modifications and system reconfigurations completed by construction, operations, or maintenance.
Essential Responsibilities
Control Designer - Efficiently and safely produce Metering & Relaying diagrams, Communication One-Lines, Panel Elevations, Schematic Diagrams, and Wiring Diagrams per engineering Scope of Work documents.
Provides support and direction for well executed team efforts on projects including planning, scheduling, cost and budget control, and communication to the project team members, and management.
Perform inspection work and maintain liaison with construction and/or contractor field construction personnel to ensure adequacy of design, and compliance with plans and specifications.
Effectively plan design activities, in accordance with the project teams plans, to assure projects are completed as scheduled. Update the schedules to reflect an accurate status of the project's progress.
Coordinates project development on small, routine projects, including equipment problems, and design modifications required by project changes.
Develops new design standards and modifies existing design standards to provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective designs. Checks and reviews designs, design guides and standards by others (including consultants).
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or GED.
Associate's 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.
2+ years of 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.
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 $41.00 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: 03/13/26
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