Power Generation Reliability Engineer – Predictive Maintenance

Xcel Energy Inc; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 97,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcel Energy in Burnsville, Minnesota, is seeking experienced engineers to support reliable operation of generation assets. The role emphasizes predictive maintenance, troubleshooting, and long-term asset strategy.

Onsite work at Black Dog Power Plant is expected with occasional travel regionally; flexible remote options exist but not regularly scheduled. The position offers career growth with collaboration across Operations, Maintenance, Environmental and Projects to ensure safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET-accredited curriculum (Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical).
• 5+ years engineering experience with EIT/FE; 7+ years without EIT/FE.
• PE registration may be required depending on business need.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced engineering principles to complex problems and contribute to technical standards.
• Lead research to develop procedures, codes and standards and support technical documentation.
• Provide technical leadership on assignments with long-term business implications.
• May lead multiple critical projects including design, installation, and commissioning.
• Advise management and customers on advanced studies and bid evaluations.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Environmental and Projects for safe, reliable operation.
• Coordinate budgeting, estimating, forecasting and work order management for projects.

Skills

Engineering expertise

Leadership

Problem solving

Root Cause Analysis

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Mechanical/Chemical/Electrical engineering degree

PE registration may be required

Tools

Predictive maintenance technologies

Vibration analysis

Thermography

Oil analysis

Job description

Xcel Energy in Burnsville, Minnesota, is seeking experienced engineers to support reliable operation of generation assets. The role emphasizes predictive maintenance, troubleshooting, and long-term asset strategy.

Onsite work at Black Dog Power Plant is expected with occasional travel regionally; flexible remote options exist but not regularly scheduled. The position offers career growth with collaboration across Operations, Maintenance, Environmental and Projects to ensure safety and