Structural Civil Engineer I​/II​/Senior - Monticello, MN

Position Summary

This Senior or Principal position performs Civil Structural, Design, Systems, Program, Plant Component or Nuclear engineering activities in support of the safe, reliable and efficient operations of the nuclear generation power plants at a Plant and Fleet expert level. Primary responsibilities include leading the development of plant modifications, calculations, engineering evaluations, operability determinations, maintenance of design basis documents and resolution of Corrective Action Issues.

Additional responsibilities include overseeing other engineers in the review of existing / new design (or program, plant, procedure or contract) documents, in support of continued plant operation, assessment of adverse conditions, engineering analyses, and project management skills.

• Lead or oversee development of plant modifications or plant program documents.
• Perform, lead or oversee performance of assigned systems or complex troubleshooting of nuclear power plant systems, calculations, engineering evaluations, operability determinations, maintenance of design basis documents, resolution of Corrective Action issues, support of continued plant operation, assessment of adverse conditions and project management.
• Monitor and evaluate preventative maintenance and improve equipment reliability by identifying performance issues and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide technical leadership for other engineers and designers and act as technical lead for quality improvement initiatives.
• Carry out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures.
• Develop schedules, utilize work management tools, perform or oversee assignments for engineering related activities at a subject matter expert level to support site and fleet goals.
• Perform other duties and activities as assigned.
• Attend department and plant meetings and represent the company at industry events or activities.
• Attend training and complete other duties and/or projects as assigned by department leadership.

• Engineer I:
  Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field from an ABET accredited college or university. 0-2 years of experience.
• Engineer II:
  Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field from an ABET accredited college or university. 2 years' experience.
• Sr. Engineer:
  Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field from an ABET accredited college or university. 8 or more years engineering experience with satisfactory performance and demonstrated expertise in problem solving in nuclear generating plants accompanied by demonstrated expertise in at least one engineering discipline area.

Ability to obtain and maintain qualifications for unescorted access to Company's nuclear power plants is an essential requirement of the position. May be required to assume emergency response duties and live within 60 or 90 minutes from the nuclear generation station. Required to maintain nuclear "fitness for duty" during off hours if on call or designated emergency response duty.

Preferred:
Professional Engineer (PE) license, SRO License or certification, Advanced degree (in engineering or other related technical field).

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $77,500.00 to $ per year.

• 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.

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

Final date to receive applications: 07/30/26