Hybrid Distribution Design Manager

Xcel Energy; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive program

Medical & dental plans

Vision & life insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking a design leadership professional to supervise and direct design activities across utility operations and generation. You will lead dispersed teams, ensure high-quality results, and deliver cost-effective designs while upholding safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include mentoring designers, coordinating with engineering management to set goals, and driving continuous improvement across design processes.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Drafting and Design or equivalent and minimum of 7 years of relevant utility, operations, or energy infrastructure design experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil, electrical or mechanical engineering with three or more years of relevant design experience.
• Previous experience in construction coordination is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and direction for one or more design processes; ensures adherence to design standards and templates.
• Manages design teams with focus on safety, reliability, cost containment, and regulatory compliance.
• Develops leadership and mentoring; coordinates with management to align goals with strategic plans.

Skills

Construction coordination

Project management

Self-motivated problem solver

Education

Associate’s degree in Drafting and Design or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in civil, electrical or mechanical engineering

Job description

Xcel Energy is seeking a design leadership professional to supervise and direct design activities across utility operations and generation. You will lead dispersed teams, ensure high-quality results, and deliver cost-effective designs while upholding safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include mentoring designers, coordinating with engineering management to set goals, and driving continuous improvement across design processes.