Xcel Energy

Transmission Modeling Manager

Minneapolis, MN

$125,900-$205,200

About This Job

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

Responsible for managing the modeling and analysis functions for the Transmission, Distribution or Gas planning area. Supervise the development and maintenance of the Company's planning models, ensuring the models accurately represent the Company's Transmission, Distribution or Gas systems. Supervise the use and maintenance of the Company's models to construct risk-assessed and reliable plans that account for forward looking market, regulatory and policy trends while also supporting environmental emission reductions. Coordinate on the development, maintenance, and documentation of model input data and assumptions to ensure consistent use of data. Review modeling results for accuracy and provide adequate documentation of assumptions, analysis, and decisions. Provide strategic guidance and direction to leadership to improve the overall effectiveness of the team.

Essential Responsibilities

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Manage the development, maintenance and use of the PSSE/PSLF, TARA and or other transmission planning models along with other relevant modeling tools and resources used to effectively plan the Transmission system. Ensure that the models accurately represent the current system portfolios and operating profiles. Prepare models for use in identifying capacity needs, analyzing portfolio options and evaluating scenarios on an ongoing basis with speed and accuracy. Complete all analysis as required to meet financial and regulatory needs.

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Oversee and validate frequent updates to the model input files and operating data. Publish and/or ensure the accuracy of the base models and the data contained in the models. Perform comparison analysis with other models used by the Company and back cast the performance against actual results where feasible. Ensure there is consistency of data used across all operating companies and provide support for rate cases, regulatory filings, and corporate budgeting.

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Review and validate the model output and analysis ensuring the accuracy of the analysis being completed. Lead the review of modeling analysis, emphasizing the importance of timely and accurate analysis. Coordinate the documentation of decisions and investment analysis, including the assumptions used in the analysis, the options considered, and the results (decisions) that were obtained.

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Collaborate with peers and other modeling areas to identify and implement model enhancements and innovations. Identify gaps in process or analyses and support continuous improvement efforts.

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Attract, recruit and retain a highly trained and motivated staff. Establish and communicate clear performance expectations.

Minimum Requirements

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Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business or equivalent is required.

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Seven (7) years of direct experience related to the planning, engineering and/or operations and modeling of electric transmission systems using PSSE/PSLF/TARA models, or equivalent analytical tools.

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Demonstrated success in a supervisory or lead role overseeing complex technical projects and relationships for a minimum of four (4) years.

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Must be very detail oriented and possess superior written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Requirements:

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Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Business Administration.

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Previous managerial experience.

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Proficiency in data science methodologies and tools, including Python programming and coding skills, to analyze and interpret complex data sets effectively.

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: $125,900.00 to $205,200.00 per year

This 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: 05/15/25

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