Senior Director, Major Projects Engineering (Generation)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Long Term Incentive

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Pension

401(k) plan

PTO

Job summary

Xcel Energy instruments a leadership role for a seasoned engineering leader in Minneapolis, MN. You will oversee the Major Projects Group's engineering activities, ensuring safety, quality, timeliness, and cost efficiency across complex capital programs while directing internal teams and external consultants.

You will set and maintain standards, drive design from feasibility to commissioning, and align with regulatory requirements and company objectives in a dynamic energy landscape.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or Structural preferred).
• Minimum of 12 years of combined experience in engineering, design, construction, and/or project management.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration.
• Up to 50% Travel between regions.

Responsibilities

• Engineering Oversight & Technical Direction for major projects portfolio, ensuring safety, schedule, cost, and compliance.
• Directs internal engineers and external consultants, ensuring qualified personnel and accountability.
• Establishes uniform standards, specifications, and design criteria across projects.
• Leads engineering leadership across a multi-billion-dollar capital portfolio with reviews and risk assessment.
• Coordinates cross-functional stakeholders to meet regulatory, BES, and project objectives.

Education

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

Job description

Xcel Energy instruments a leadership role for a seasoned engineering leader in Minneapolis, MN. You will oversee the Major Projects Group's engineering activities, ensuring safety, quality, timeliness, and cost efficiency across complex capital programs while directing internal teams and external consultants.

You will set and maintain standards, drive design from feasibility to commissioning, and align with regulatory requirements and company objectives in a dynamic energy landscape.