Electric Transmission Design Supervisor

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.

This position is based at Xcel Energy Denver HQ offices on a hybrid (3 days per week in office) work schedule.

Position Summary

Support the vision and strategic plan of the department by supervising and directing a team of Designers and/or CAD Operators, ensure consistent and effective use of standard tools and processes, and serve as a strong communicator of key strategic and operational changes. The position may also supervise and direct other non-engineering personnel who support the department's objectives. The position will be responsible for the management of the day-to-day operations of the team, including review of designs/solutions, making job assignments, coordinating with other departments, and employee development.

- Direct the work of the team by prioritizing and assigning work, developing goals and targets, and monitoring results. Evaluate team performance; monitor trends and take corrective action where appropriate. Identify continuous improvement opportunities and drive adoption of process changes through effective communication of expectations and objectives. Foster a culture that supports and drives collaboration, diversity, and employee development. May review and approve work done by designers under direct supervision. May approve work orders.

- Represent the department as the point of contact for and establish effective working relationships with internal and external customers and coordinate departmental activities with those customers.

- Support and actively participate in the development of individual team members through training, mentoring, and succession development. Manage performance through goal/expectation setting, feedback, and recognition. Establish and communicate clear performance expectations and motivate team members to achieve goals.

- Provide performance feedback for employees under direct supervision. Assist department manager with hiring and disciplinary decisions. May serve as hiring authority for some or all direct report positions.

- Perform administrative duties, including approval of expense reports and IT requests.

Minimum Requirements

- Associate degree in Drafting and Design or equivalent from an accredited college or technical school or experience that demonstrates equivalent knowledge.

- Six years of technical experience in one or more of the following utility or infrastructure areas: telecommunications, electric, gas, steam, water/sewer or transportation or other related industries.

- Knowledge of and ability to use Windows operating system, Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access, etc.) and computer-aided drafting applications.

Preferred Qualifications

- Leadership/supervisory experience, notably in power/utilities

- Proficiency in Bentley MicroStation software Experience in high voltage electric substation/transmission line design

As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.

Non-BargainingThe anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $82,800.00 to $117,600.00 per yearThis position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO), Parental Leave

Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.

In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Deadline to Apply: 08/30/25

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Career area

Engineering

Position Type

Date Posted

08/14/2025

Location

Denver, CO 80205, United States of America

Job ID

JR109598