Senior Environmental Compliance Analyst – Power Plant

Xcel Energy, Inc.; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 73,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Xcel Energy, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Analyst at its Nichols Harrington Power Plant facility to support environmental compliance across air, water, and waste programs. The role is in-person at the plant site five days a week with a focus on ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

The role requires leading investigations, coordinating with agencies, and developing training for personnel while aligning with company goals and safety standards.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in environmental science, engineering, applied science, or related fields is required.
• Four years of professional environmental work experience required; substitutions may apply as outlined in job postings.

Responsibilities

• Administers and consults on complex environmental compliance programs (air, water, waste, etc.).
• Directs site assessments, investigations, and remediation projects as needed.
• Regulatory liaison with federal, state, and local agencies; presents testimony at hearings.
• Develops training content and provides regulatory compliance training to personnel.
• Monitors incidents, inspections, audits, and conducts root-cause analysis to ensure corrective actions.
• Reviews proposed regulations and permits to determine impacts on facility operations.
• Prepares RFPs, contracts, and estimates; manages consultants/contractors.
• Contributes to strategic goals and budget processes for regulatory compliance.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Environmental auditing

Technical writing

Project coordination

Education

BS/BA in environmental science/engineering

Job description

Xcel Energy, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Analyst at its Nichols Harrington Power Plant facility to support environmental compliance across air, water, and waste programs. The role is in-person at the plant site five days a week with a focus on ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

The role requires leading investigations, coordinating with agencies, and developing training for personnel while aligning with company goals and safety standards.