Transmission Designer: Levels I, II, & Senior

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.

Position Summary

Entry level position that designs for transmission lines, electrical or gas distribution and transmission substation projects. The designer is specialized in one of three technical areas: physical, control, or civil design, but capable of working in all three technical areas. The designer works in support of capital improvements, modifications and system reconfigurations completed by construction, operations, or maintenance.

Essential Responsibilities

- Efficiently and safely produces plan & profile drawings, route maps, sag charts, new designs for grading, grounding, foundations, structures, conduit plans, 3 lines, one-lines, ac and dc schematics, metering, relaying, controls, section views, or panel layouts.

- Provides support and direction for well executed team efforts on projects including planning, scheduling, cost and budget control, and communication to the project team members, and management.

- Perform inspection work and maintain liaison with construction and/or contractor field construction personnel to ensure adequacy of design, and compliance with plans and specifications.

- Effectively plan design activities, in accordance with the project teams plans, to assure projects are completed as scheduled. Update the schedules to reflect an accurate status of the project's progress.

- Coordinates project development on small, routine projects, including equipment problems, and design modifications required by project changes.

- Develops new design standards and modifies existing design standards to provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective designs. Checks and reviews designs, design guides and standards by others (including consultants).

- THIS POSITION CAN BE FILLED AT ANY OF THE FOLLOWING LEVELS

Transmission Designer I: ($24.45 to $34.21)

Minimum Requirements

- Associate's degree in one of the following fields of study: drafting, design, automation, electronics, mechatronics, engineering, GIS, other related field of study. In lieu of an Assoc. Degree: a combination of education and experience in design/drafting, construction, project management, or electronics providing equivalent knowledge.

- Working knowledge of one or more of the following: GIS, design software, work management programs, and related systems desirable.

- Knowledge of construction standards, materials, and technical codes is preferred.

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

- Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision.

- Driver's License may be required.

Transmission Designer II: ($28.70 to $40.16)

Minimum Requirements

- Associate's degree in one of the following fields of study: drafting, design, automation, electronics, mechatronics, engineering, GIS, other related field of study. In lieu of an Assoc. Degree: a combination of education and experience in design/drafting, construction, project management, or electronics providing equivalent experience and knowledge.

- Minimum 2 years' experience as a Designer I or equivalent experience.

- Proficient in one or more of the following: GIS, design software, work management programs, and related systems or related systems required.

- Knowledge of construction standards, materials, and technical codes.

- Proficient in Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access, etc.).

- Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision.

- Driver's License may be required.

Senior Transmission Designer: ($33.05 to $46.29)

Minimum Requirements

- Associate's degree in one of the following fields of study: drafting, design, automation, electronics, mechatronics, engineering, GIS, other related field of study and 5 years direct Designer level experience. In lieu of an Assoc. Degree: a combination of education and experience in design/drafting, construction, project management, or electronics providing equivalent experience and knowledge.

- Minimum of 5 years design experience or equivalent experience - preferably 3 years as an Xcel Energy Designer II.

- Mastery of one or more of the following: GIS, design software, work management programs, required.

- Demonstrated knowledge of Transmission line design, Substation design, or Distribution design.

- Demonstrated knowledge of construction standards, materials, and technical codes.

- Mastery of Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access, etc.).

- Highly effective communication and innovative problem-solving skills - self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision.

- Driver's license may be required.

Preferred Characteristics

- Previous experience working with MicroStation

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-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $24.45 to $34.21 per hour

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Spot On Bonus, 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.

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Deadline to Apply: 10/05/25

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