DER Interconnection Policy & Grid Integration Lead

Xcel Energy; Fort Snelling Unorganized Territory (MN); Hybrid; USD 129,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking a senior leader to direct the Distribution Engineering organization, guiding DER integration across service territories to ensure safe, reliable operation. The role partners with Customer Solutions and Distribution Operations to align with rules and regulations.

The position emphasizes engineering expertise, project management, and regulatory representation, with a focus on budget stewardship and staff development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (electrical engineering preferred) and seven years of distribution engineering experience including at least three years in supervisory/management roles.
• Extensive DER integration knowledge and leadership capabilities are required.
• Experience with regulatory engagement and stakeholder collaboration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership for DER integration processes across service territories to ensure safe, reliable distribution operations.
• Advocates for DER integration policies and collaborates with public utilities commissions and stakeholders.
• Ensures optimal use of human resources, promotes teamwork, safety and development of staff.
• Coordinates unit activities with internal/external organizations to meet regulatory and corporate objectives.
• Oversees budgets, performance metrics, and achievement of project goals.

Skills

Leadership experience

DER integration knowledge

Regulatory awareness

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (electrical engineering preferred)

Job description

Xcel Energy is seeking a senior leader to direct the Distribution Engineering organization, guiding DER integration across service territories to ensure safe, reliable operation. The role partners with Customer Solutions and Distribution Operations to align with rules and regulations.

The position emphasizes engineering expertise, project management, and regulatory representation, with a focus on budget stewardship and staff development.