Head of Major Projects Engineering (Generation)

Xcel Energy; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 148,000 - 211,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Long Term Incentive

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Pension & 401(k)

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking a strategic engineering leader to oversee major projects across its operating companies. You will direct a multidisciplinary team of engineers and consultants, ensuring safety, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

The role emphasizes standards development, cross-functional coordination, and proactive stakeholder engagement to align with corporate goals and customer needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering or related field required.
• PE registration strongly preferred.
• Experience leading multi-discipline engineering teams and external consultants.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering oversight and technical direction for major projects portfolio.
• Lead internal engineers and external consultants to deliver designs safely and on schedule.
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards, regulations, and regulatory filings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Stakeholder management

Regulatory knowledge

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or Structural preferred)

Professional Engineer (PE) registration

Job description

Xcel Energy is seeking a strategic engineering leader to oversee major projects across its operating companies. You will direct a multidisciplinary team of engineers and consultants, ensuring safety, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

The role emphasizes standards development, cross-functional coordination, and proactive stakeholder engagement to align with corporate goals and customer needs.