Xcel Energy · 14 hours ago
Distribution Designer I or II
Eau Claire, WI
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$26/hr - $41/hr
2+ years expXcel Energy is a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company serving millions of customers across the western and midwestern United States. They are seeking a Distribution Designer I or II to manage distribution design projects for commercial, industrial, residential, and internal customers, ensuring cost-effective designs that meet customer needs and comply with company standards. The role involves obtaining permits, managing projects, and liaising with various stakeholders to provide excellent service to customers.
Electrical DistributionEnergyNatural Resources
Responsibilities
Manage projects from initial customer contact through post project analysis. Establish and manage the construction work plan in order to meet the customers schedule and design requirements as well as financial and budgetary requirements
Design safe operating facilities for new and existing customers according to Xcel Energy construction standards and interpret administrative instructions for consistent and cost-effective designs. Provide distribution design project management for the least complex areas of design. Responsible for the generation of additional revenue through contracts with new business or existing customers
Obtain permits and easements for facilities in accordance with city ordinances, state, federal, and county agencies. Execute contracts and agreements in compliance with administrative instructions and regulatory requirements
Represent the Company with government officials, contractors, city agencies, vendors, architects, and engineers to provide service to customers
Design safe operating facilities for new and existing customers according to Xcel Energy construction standards and interpret administrative instructions for consistent and cost-effective designs. Provide distribution design project management for most areas of design, limited only to the most complex. Responsible for the generation of additional company revenue through contacts with new business or existing customers
Manage projects from initial customer contact through post project analysis. Establish and manage the construction work plan in order to meet the customers' schedule and design requirements as well as financial and budgetary requirements
Obtain permits and easements for facilities in accordance with city ordinances, state, federal, and county agencies. Execute contracts and agreements in compliance with administrative instructions and regulatory requirements
Represent the Company with government officials, contractors, city agencies, vendors, architects, and engineers to provide service to customers
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
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 Associate's 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, Word, Excel, Access, etc.)
Self-starter, able to work with minimum supervision
Driver's License may be required
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
Preferred
Customer facing or customer service experience
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
Company
Xcel Energy
Xcel Energy is an electric and natural gas energy company that offers a portfolio of energy-related products and services to customers.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.39BKey Investors
US Department of EnergyBreakthrough Energy Ventures
2024-11-04Post Ipo Equity· $1.2B
2023-10-18Grant· $100M
2023-09-22Grant· $70M
Leadership Team
Robert Frenzel
Chairman, President and CEO
Tim Peterson
CIO/CTO
Recent News
2025-12-27
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