Structural Civil Engineer Senior/Principal - Monticello, MN

Xcel Energy • Monticello, MN

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About The Position

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. Position Summary This Senior or Principal position performs Civil Structural, Design, Systems, Program, Plant Component or Nuclear engineering activities in support of the safe, reliable and efficient operations of the nuclear generation power plants at a Plant and Fleet expert level. Primary responsibilities include leading the development of plant modifications, calculations, engineering evaluations, operability determinations, maintenance of design basis documents and resolution of Corrective Action Issues. Additional responsibilities include overseeing other engineers in the review of existing / new design (or program, plant, procedure or contract) documents, in support of continued plant operation, assessment of adverse conditions, engineering analyses, and project management skills.

Requirements

• Sr. Engineer Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field from an ABET accredited college or university.
• 8 or more years engineering experience with satisfactory performance and demonstrated expertise in problem solving in nuclear generating plants accompanied by demonstrated expertise in at least one engineering discipline area is required.
• Pr. Engineer Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field from an ABET accredited college or university or equivalent.
• 10 or more years engineering experience for principal and 8 or more years engineering experience for Senior with satisfactory performance and demonstrated expertise in problem solving in nuclear generating plants accompanied by demonstrated expertise in at least one engineering discipline area is required; (note: equivalent years of engineering experience in electrical power plant experience industrial, naval or Outreach Engineering Management (OEM) may be considered in lieu of up to one half of nuclear generation experience).
• Ability to obtain and maintain qualifications for unescorted access to Company's nuclear power plants is an essential requirement of the position.
• May be required to assume emergency response duties and live within 30 or 60 minutes from the nuclear generation station.
• Required to maintain nuclear "fitness for duty" during off hours if on call or designated emergency response duty.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• SRO License or certification
• Advanced degree (in engineering or other related technical field).

Responsibilities

• Lead or oversees development of or develops plant modifications or plant program documents.
• Perform, lead or oversee performance of assigned systems or complex troubleshooting of nuclear power plant systems, calculations, engineering evaluations, operability determinations, maintenance of design basis documents, resolution of Corrective Action issues, support of continued plant operation, assessment of adverse conditions and project management.
• Nuclear plant component engineers monitor and evaluate preventative maintenance and improve equipment reliability by identifying performance issues and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide technical leadership for other engineers and designers and acts as the technical lead for quality improvement initiatives.
• Often carries out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures
• Develop schedules, utilize work management tools, perform or oversee assignments for engineering related activities at a subject matter expert level to support site and fleet goals.
• Perform other duties and activities as assigned.
• Attend Department and plant meetings and represents the Company at industry events or activities.
• Attend training and complete other duties and/or projects as assigned by department leadership.

Benefits

• Annual Incentive Program
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level