Xcel Energy is hiring: Designer I/Designer II/Senior Designer/Principal Designer

Position Summary Entry level design position that provides new and existing commercial, industrial, residential, and internal customers with distribution design project management for the least complex areas of design. The responsibility of this position is to function as the primary contact for future and existing customers by providing cost effective designs that balance customer needs in accordance with Xcel Energy's standards and administrative guidelines. May provide work clarification for construction personnel and act as the liaison between the construction department and customers. May be expected to assist as needed after normal business hours during emergency situations. Essential Responsibilities Manage projects from initial customer contact through post project analysis. Establish and manage the construction work plan in order to meet the customer's schedule and design requirements as well as financial and budgetary requirements. Design safe operating facilities for new and existing customers according to Xcel Energy construction standards and interpret administrative instructions for consistent and cost-effective designs. Provide distribution design project management for the least complex areas of design. Responsible for the generation of additional revenue through contracts with new business or existing customers. Obtain permits and easements for facilities in accordance with city ordinances, state, federal, and county agencies. Execute contracts and agreements in compliance with administrative instructions and regulatory requirements. Represent the Company with government officials, contractors, city agencies, vendors, architects, and engineers to provide service to customers. Minimum Requirements - Distribution Designer I High School Diploma or GED. Associate degree in drafting, design, automation, electronics, mechatronics, engineering, GIS, or related field. In lieu of an associate 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 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, Word, Excel, Access, etc.). Self-starter, able to work with minimum supervision. Driver's License may be required. Minimum Requirements - Distribution Designer II High School Diploma or GED. Minimum of Associate degree in drafting, design, automation, electronics, mechatronics, engineering, GIS, or related field. In lieu of an Associate degree: a combination of education and experience in design/drafting, construction, project management, or electronics providing equivalent experience and knowledge. Minimum 2 years' experience as a Designer I or equivalent experience. Proficient in GIS, design software, work management programs, and related systems. Knowledge of construction standards, materials, and technical codes. Proficient in Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications. Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision. Driver's License may be required. Minimum Requirements - Senior Distribution Designer High School Diploma or GED. Minimum of Associate degree in drafting, design, automation, electronics, mechatronics, engineering, GIS, or related field and 5 years direct Designer level experience. In lieu of an Associate degree: a combination of education and experience in design/drafting, construction, project management, or electronics providing equivalent experience and knowledge. Minimum of 5 years design experience or equivalent, preferably 3 years as an Xcel Energy Designer II. Mastery of GIS, design software, work management programs. Demonstrated knowledge of Transmission line design, Substation design, or Distribution design. Demonstrated knowledge of construction standards, materials, and technical codes. Mastery of Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications. Highly effective communication and innovative problem-solving skills, self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision. Driver's License may be required. Minimum Requirements - Principal Distribution Designer High School Diploma or GED. Minimum Associate degree in drafting, design, automation, electronics, mechatronics, engineering, GIS, or related field or combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge. Must have at least 9 years of design experience or equivalent. Preferably 3 years as an Xcel Energy Sr. Designer. Subject matter expert in GIS, design software, or work management programs. Subject matter expert of Transmission line design, Substation design, or Distribution design. Expert knowledge of construction standards, design standards, materials, and technical codes. Expert in Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications. Highly effective communication and innovative problem-solving skills, self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision. Driver's License may be required. 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. Non-Bargaining. Deadline to Apply: 12/14/25 EEO is the Law | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) Accessibility: Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com/ accessible to any and all users. Accommodation requests only: recruiting@xcelenergy.com. 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