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 Denver, Colorado 80223, or St. Paul, Minnesota 55117, on a hybrid work schedule.

　　Gas Standards is responsible for overseeing pipeline safety regulations for Xcel Energy to ensure compliance with Department of Transportation CFR Title 49 Parts 190-199, additional state regulations, company Gas Standards, and other applicable industry codes. Independently able to develop gas standards, policies, and design criteria to meet compliance requirements and/or industry best practices. Aptitude for communicating with state pipeline safety regulators and coordinating compliance inspections. Ability to work with internal stakeholders to evaluate and communicate compliance requirements with business practices and processes.

　　Position Summary

　　Viewed as the technical engineer or subject matter expert for the organization in the application of advanced theories, concepts, principles, and processes for an assigned area of responsibility (i.e. subject matter, function, type of facility, equipment or product). Contributes to the development of new principles and concepts. Problems must be approached through a series of complex and conceptually related studies, are difficult to define, require unconventional or innovative approaches, and require sophisticated research techniques. Responsible for major project or several complex projects of moderate to large scope. Serves as organization spokesperson on advanced projects and/or programs. Acts as advisor to management and customers on advanced technical research studies and applications. Maintains contacts with individuals and units within and outside the corporation for action on technical matters. Works under consultative direction toward broad general goals and objectives. Assignments are often self-initiated. Determine and pursue courses of action necessary to obtain desired results. Work checked through consultation and agreement with others rather than by formal review of superior. May provide work direction for a team of engineers, technicians and other professionals as necessary to complete assignments. This includes evaluation of work progress and results/feedback to supervisors on performance. May lead multiple critical and/or complex projects.

　　Essential Responsibilities

　　Applies extensive technical expertise and has a higher-level understanding of the basic principles of other related disciplines. Fully demonstrates the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level by applying advanced technical principles, theories and concepts, and contributes to the development of new principles, concepts and technical standards. Fully demonstrates unique technical skills.

　　As a recognized internal technical SME, conceives plans and conducts research to develop procedures, codes and standards in problem areas of considerable scope and complexity and supports the development of technical documentation through a series of complex and conceptually related studies requiring unconventional or innovative approaches.

　　Exercises authority and technical leadership on assignments that are often self-initiated and self-directed. Assignments are strategic and have significant long-term implications to achievement of overall business objectives.

　　May lead multiple critical and/or complex projects including research, design, equipment specification & selection, installation, start-up, commissioning and evaluation of work progress and results.

　　Acts as advisor to management and customers on advanced technical research studies and applications. Manages bid/evaluation processes which include the preparation of bid documents, completion of technical evaluations for proposals and the review and approval of recommendations for selection.

　　Serves as organization spokesperson on advanced projects and/or programs. Is influential in all forms of communications with internal and external business.

　　May provide oversight of engineers, interns, craft personnel, technicians and other professionals. Forms mentoring relationships with less experienced engineers for the transfer of knowledge and continuous self-development of technical skills and competencies. Demonstrates effective leadership skills.

　　May provide overall coordination of processes related to budgeting, estimating, forecasting, accounting and work order management, in support of existing engineering projects or packaging proposals for future projects.

　　Staff Level Minimum Requirements

　　Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from ABET accredited curriculum (or recognized equivalency).

　　2+year’s relevant engineering experience.

　　Demonstrated broad knowledge and proficiency in specialty area, knowledge of related specialties, and general knowledge of other related disciplines.

　　Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills & core competencies for this engineering level established and documented by the organization.

　　EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) strongly preferred.

　　Senior Level Minimum Requirements

　　Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from ABET accredited curriculum (or recognized equivalency).

　　5+ years relevant engineering experience.

　　EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) required.

　　Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established and documented by the organization.

　　PE (Professional Engineer) registration may be required depending on business need.

　　Principal Level Minimum Requirements

　　Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from ABET accredited curriculum (or recognized equivalency).

　　9+ years relevant engineering experience.

　　PE (Professional Engineer) registration required.

　　Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Working knowledge of federal pipeline safety regulations, including 49 CFR Parts 191 and 192.

　　Experience evaluating proposed and new regulations for impacts and developing strategies for implementation.

　　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 [email protected] .

　　Non-Bargaining

　　The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $78,000.00 to $149,000.00 per year

　　This position may also be eligible for the following benefits and/or pay components: Pay - 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, Personal holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO) (full-time employees only), Parental Leave

　　Pay and benefit packages may vary based on position. Some employees are under collective bargaining agreements, which determine the benefits they will receive. If the information conflicts with the terms of the written plan documents governing the plan, the plan document will control. 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.

　　Anticipated Last Date to Apply: 02/26/24

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