Distribution Designer (II, Senior, or Principal)

Xcel Energy•White Bear Lake, MN

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

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 (for Designer II).
Minimum of 5 years design experience or equivalent experience - preferably 3 years as an Xcel Energy Designer II (for Senior Designer).
Must have at least 9 years of design experience or equivalent experience - preferably 3 years as an Xcel Energy Sr. Designer (for Principal Designer).
Proficient in one or more of the following: GIS, design software, work management programs, and related systems or related systems required (for Designer II).
Mastery of one or more of the following: GIS, design software, work management programs, required (for Senior Designer).
Subject matter expert in one or more of the following: GIS, design software, or work management programs (for Principal Designer).
Knowledge of construction standards, materials, and technical codes (for Designer II).
Demonstrated knowledge of Transmission line design, Substation design, or Distribution design (for Senior Designer).
Subject matter expert of Transmission line design, Substation design, or Distribution design (for Principal Designer).
Expert knowledge of construction standards, design standards, materials, and technical codes (for Principal Designer).
Proficient in Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access, etc.) (for Designer II).
Mastery of Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access, etc.) (for Senior Designer).
Expert in Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access, etc.) (for Principal Designer).
Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision.
Highly effective communication and innovative problem-solving skills.
Driver's License may be required.

Nice To Haves

Existing Xcel Energy Electric Distribution Design experience.

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.