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Electric Transmission Designer I
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This position can be based in Minneapolis, MN 55401 or Eau Claire, WI 54702 on a hybrid (3 days per week on-site) basis.
Position Summary An entry level position, this position is for a Control or Physical Designer in our substation design group. Be part of a knowledgeable team that creates detailed electrical schematics for controlling and protecting substation equipment, or create the intricate layout and details required to locate and build the substation with all its equipment. The designer works in support of capital improvements, modifications and system reconfigurations completed by construction, operations, or maintenance.
Essential Responsibilities
Control Designer – Efficiently and safely produce Metering & Relaying diagrams, Communication One-Lines, Panel Elevations, Schematic Diagrams, and Wiring Diagrams per engineering Scope of Work documents.
Physical Designer – Efficiently and safely produce General Arrangement, Electrical Layout, Cable & Conduit List, Material List, Electrical Equipment Enclosure and Substation One Line drawings per engineering Scope of Work documents.
Provides support and direction for well executed team efforts on projects including planning, scheduling, cost and budget control, and communication to the project team members, and management.
Perform inspection work and maintain liaison with construction and/or contractor field construction personnel to ensure adequacy of design, and compliance with plans and specifications.
Effectively plan design activities, in accordance with the project teams plans, to assure projects are completed as scheduled. Update the schedules to reflect an accurate status of the project's progress.
Coordinates project development on small, routine projects, including equipment problems, and design modifications required by project changes.
Develops new design standards and modifies existing design standards to provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective designs. Checks and reviews designs, design guides and standards by others (including consultants).
Serve as the materials specialist for the team, coordinating and managing parts lists, vendor prints and cut sheets / logistics issues and processes for substation and transmission designs.
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or GED.
Associate's Degree in drafting, design, automation, electronics, mechatronics, engineering, GIS, or other related field of study. In lieu of an Associate's Degree: a combination of education and experience in design/drafting, construction, project management, or electronics providing equivalent knowledge.
Working knowledge of GIS, design software, work management programs, and related systems is desirable.
Knowledge of construction standards, materials, and technical codes is preferred.
Knowledge of and ability to use Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access, etc.).
Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision.
Driver's License may be required.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience coordinating and managing materials / vendor prints and cut sheets / logistics issues as part of main job responsibilities or as an additional duty.
PLS-CADD and/or Bentley MicroStation experience.
Benefits
Spot On Bonus
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
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 recruiting@xcelenergy.com.
Deadline to Apply: 11/21/25
Accessibility: If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.
Senior level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industry: Utilities
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Electric Transmission Designer I
role at
Xcel Energy
This position can be based in Minneapolis, MN 55401 or Eau Claire, WI 54702 on a hybrid (3 days per week on-site) basis.
Position Summary An entry level position, this position is for a Control or Physical Designer in our substation design group. Be part of a knowledgeable team that creates detailed electrical schematics for controlling and protecting substation equipment, or create the intricate layout and details required to locate and build the substation with all its equipment. The designer works in support of capital improvements, modifications and system reconfigurations completed by construction, operations, or maintenance.
Essential Responsibilities
Control Designer – Efficiently and safely produce Metering & Relaying diagrams, Communication One-Lines, Panel Elevations, Schematic Diagrams, and Wiring Diagrams per engineering Scope of Work documents.
Physical Designer – Efficiently and safely produce General Arrangement, Electrical Layout, Cable & Conduit List, Material List, Electrical Equipment Enclosure and Substation One Line drawings per engineering Scope of Work documents.
Provides support and direction for well executed team efforts on projects including planning, scheduling, cost and budget control, and communication to the project team members, and management.
Perform inspection work and maintain liaison with construction and/or contractor field construction personnel to ensure adequacy of design, and compliance with plans and specifications.
Effectively plan design activities, in accordance with the project teams plans, to assure projects are completed as scheduled. Update the schedules to reflect an accurate status of the project's progress.
Coordinates project development on small, routine projects, including equipment problems, and design modifications required by project changes.
Develops new design standards and modifies existing design standards to provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective designs. Checks and reviews designs, design guides and standards by others (including consultants).
Serve as the materials specialist for the team, coordinating and managing parts lists, vendor prints and cut sheets / logistics issues and processes for substation and transmission designs.
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or GED.
Associate's Degree in drafting, design, automation, electronics, mechatronics, engineering, GIS, or other related field of study. In lieu of an Associate's Degree: a combination of education and experience in design/drafting, construction, project management, or electronics providing equivalent knowledge.
Working knowledge of GIS, design software, work management programs, and related systems is desirable.
Knowledge of construction standards, materials, and technical codes is preferred.
Knowledge of and ability to use Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access, etc.).
Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision.
Driver's License may be required.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience coordinating and managing materials / vendor prints and cut sheets / logistics issues as part of main job responsibilities or as an additional duty.
PLS-CADD and/or Bentley MicroStation experience.
Benefits
Spot On Bonus
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
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 recruiting@xcelenergy.com.
Deadline to Apply: 11/21/25
Accessibility: If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.
Senior level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industry: Utilities
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