Electrical or Mechanical Design Engineer I/II/ Sr. or Pr. IBEW 949

• Perform, lead or oversee performance of highly technical or complex plant modifications. Lead troubleshooting of nuclear power plant systems, calculations, engineering evaluations, operability determinations, maintenance of design basis documents, resolution of complex Corrective Action issues, support of continued plant operation, assessment of adverse conditions and project management. The individual has valuable expertise that is needed by the Company to solve complex engineering issues and complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures.

• Become proficient with the electrical analysis software ETAP.
• Develop schedules, utilize work management tools, performs or oversee assignments for engineering related activities at the most senior level subject matter expert to support site and fleet goals. Perform other duties and activities as assigned.
• Attend Department and plant meetings and represent the Company at industry events or activities.
• Attend training and complete other duties and/or projects as assigned by department leadership.

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related technical field from an ABET accredited college or university.
• Engineering experience with high performance ratings.
• 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.
• Ability to obtain and maintain qualifications for unescorted access to Xcel Energy's nuclear power plants is an essential requirement of the position.

Engineer I = 0 years minimum experience Engineer II = 2 years minimum experience Engineer = 6 years of minimum experience Sr. Engineer = 8 years of minimum experience Pr. Engineer = 14+ years of minimum experience (Must already be in a Pr. Role to be consider)

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Advance degree (in engineering or other related technical field).

A condition of employment will be successfully obtaining and maintaining General Security Clearance and a Nuclear Security Clearance for unescorted access to Xcel Energy nuclear plants including successful completion of nuclear General Access Training (GAT) and the nuclear security screening process (typically consists of an alcohol/drug screen, a criminal history check, a psychological assessment, initial credit and background investigation and periodic credit & criminal history checks).

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Bargaining The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $49.82 to $60.22 per hour This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Care Flexible Spending 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, Savings and Retirement Plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

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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