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Transmission Line Engineer Job In Minneapolis Minnesota

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Category:  Other
Job Ref:  20655
Job Type:  Permanent
Country:  United States
State/Province:  Minnesota
City:  Minneapolis
Job Description
The primary responsibility of this position is to provide engineering and design for the construction of transmission lines in Minnesota, Wisconsin, N. Dakota, S. Dakota, and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Transmission line projects range in voltage from 35kV to 500kV. Work in Xcel Energy's Transmission Line Engineering Department provides a broad range of career opportunities and challenging projects.
As a transmission line project engineer, you will be responsible for your projects from inception to energization. Project engineering duties include support of project permitting, creating detailed scopes and estimates, performing engineering calculations, developing detailed design drawings, modeling in PLS CADD, preparing material specification & requisitions, providing construction support, and performing overall project coordination and scheduling.
Some field work is required. This position also requires occasional on call duties and after hours response. The work location for this position is either Minneapolis, MN or Eau Claire, WI.
Xcel Energy
At Xcel Energy, our customers' quality of life depends on the energy we provide. Every time they flip a switch or turn a dial, they tap into the energy of over 12,000 people working to make life better. 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.
Xcel Energy has become a leader in the energy industry by demonstrating excellence in environmental performance. Our environmental commitment includes improving air quality, conserving resources, harnessing renewable energy, and protecting wildlife and habitats.
Xcel Energy's vitality comes from our people. It takes professionals in engineering, customer service, linemen, marketing and sales professionals, energy traders, mechanics, finance and accounting professionals, and many others to power our company. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include a range of options and coverage levels.

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Civil/Structural Engineering from ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredited curriculum (equivalency to an ABET accredited degree would be recognized by ABET as having "substantial equivalency" or through a "mutual recognized agreement")
  • Successful completion of the FE (Fundamentals of Engineering Exam) or EIT (Engineer-in-Training) status is required
  • PE (Professional Engineering) license is required for higher levels of this position

Work Experience - Higher levels of skill and years of experience will be required for higher level positions

  • Minimum of 3 years applicable civil/structural experience (Transmission Line engineering experience preferred)
Preferred Experience-
  • Experience using PLS-CADD for design and modeling

Post Date:  08/11/2010
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