Reliability Electrical Senior Engineer

Xcel Energy•Pueblo, CO

About The Position

Under general direction, the Reliability Electrical Senior Engineer demonstrates a complete understanding and wide application of engineering technical principles, theories, and concepts in the field. This role involves independently determining and developing approaches to solutions, receiving technical guidance on complex problems, and having completed work reviewed for adequacy in meeting objectives. The engineer may lead small-to-medium non-critical projects or critical projects under the direction of a higher-level engineer/supervisor, and may provide work direction to other professionals and staff. The position represents the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects, requiring frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contact. The ideal candidate will demonstrate broad knowledge and proficiency of precedents in the specialty area, a good knowledge of related specialties, and general knowledge of other related disciplines. Xcel Energy is a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, serving 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. The company is committed to reinventing how it powers communities, redefining customer care, and reaffirming its commitment to the planet, aiming to provide carbon-free electricity by 2050. Xcel Energy values equity, inclusion, and innovation, offering safe, stable jobs with robust benefits and a commitment to hiring a workforce that reflects the communities it serves.

Requirements

Required bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum, electrical engineering degree preferred.
5+ years relevant engineering experience with EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) required; 7+ years relevant engineering experience without EIT/FE.
Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization.

Nice To Haves

PE (Professional Engineer) registration may be required depending on business need.
Experience working with power transformers
Experience performing arc flash studies
Experience conducting battery testing
Experience configuring and maintaining SEL relays
Experience supporting NERC and FERC compliance

Responsibilities

Uses & applies technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, & techniques to perform activities/assignments that may include a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials or methods & difficult coordination requirements.
Supports the development of technical documentation (including but not limited to designs, testing, calculations, reports, standards, etc.)
Utilizes & may assist with the development of procedures requiring a broad knowledge & proficiency in a specialty area & has a general knowledge of related disciplines.
Works under the general direction of a higher-level engineer or supervisor for routine engineering projects.
Provide ongoing technical support for project activities within areas such as Operations, Maintenance, testing/diagnostics & Regulatory.
May provide field engineering oversight &/or direction for activities such as commissioning, testing, inspections, etc.
May lead small-medium, non-critical projects.
Coordinate/leads critical projects or portions of projects (including phases such as research, design, equipment selection, procurement support, installation & commissioning), under the direction of a higher-level engineer or supervisor.
Work reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.
Under the direction of a higher-level engineer/supervisor supports bid/evaluation processes including preparation of bid documents, completion of technical evaluations for proposals; provide recommendations for selection, etc.
Partners & communicates with areas such as Supply Chain & Legal following appropriate processes.
Frequently exchanges information in all formats, on matters having a wide range of importance & complexity both inter-organizationally & with outside customers.
May assign tasks & coordinate work of interns, drafters, technicians, craft personnel &/or others.
Provide guidance & mentoring to less experienced engineers.
Responsible for continuous self-development of technical skills & competencies.
Performs activities such as budgeting, estimating, forecasting, accounting, work order management, in support of engineering projects.