Electrical or Mechanical Design Engineer I​/II IBEW

We anticipate an opening for one or more Electrical or Mechanical Design Engineer I/II role for the Nuclear Plant in Welch, MN. The base rate of pay for this classification starts at $49.82 to $60.22 per hour. This position performs or oversees design and engineering activities in support of the safe, reliable and efficient operations of the nuclear generation power plants at a Plant and Fleet to solve complex engineering issues.

• Support complex plant modifications or alternatives, calculations, engineering evaluations, equipment operability determinations, maintenance of design basis documents and resolution of complex Corrective Action Issues.
• Review existing/new design (or program, plant, procedure or contract) documents in support of continued plant operation.
• Assess adverse conditions, conduct engineering analyses, and apply project management skills.
• Lead troubleshooting of nuclear power plant systems, perform highly technical plant modifications, and own the plant’s electrical analysis and design basis.
• Become proficient with the electrical analysis software ETAP.
• Develop schedules, utilize work‑management tools, and oversee assignments for engineering‑related activities at the most senior level subject‑matter expert.
• Attend department and plant meetings, represent the company at industry events, and participate in training as directed by department leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related technical field from an ABET accredited institution.
• Engineering experience with high performance ratings.
• Ability to assume emergency response duties and live within 30 or 60 minutes of the nuclear generation station; maintain nuclear “fitness for duty” during off hours if on call or on designated emergency response duty.
• Prerequisite to obtain and maintain unescorted access qualifications to Xcel Energy’s nuclear power plants.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Advanced degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• Successful acquisition and maintenance of General Security Clearance and a Nuclear Security Clearance, including completion of nuclear General Access Training (GAT) and the nuclear security screening process.

• Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance.
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (if enrolled).
• Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled), Transportation Reimbursement Account.
• Short‑term disability, Long‑term disability.
• Employee Assistance Program, Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled).
• Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program.
• Savings and Retirement Plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO).

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