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

Provides leadership, support, and daily direction to Power System Traders to ensure reliable and optimal economic operation of the Xcel Energy Power Systems, specific to a particular operating company.

Essential Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership in areas such as trading strategies, system dispatch, and market optimization. Provide guidance to Power System Traders to assist with opportunity analysis, decision making, and emergency response.Maintain performance metrics for Power System Traders. Develop and produce regular reports on trader performance. Provide data and observations to management for use in coaching, developing, and providing feedback to the Power System Traders.Monitor daily system operations to identify opportunities for improved dispatch, trading, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Independently develop policy changes as required. Develop and/or maintain monitoring displays and data visualization tools for system accuracy and situational awareness.Analyze and troubleshoot operational problems. Independently work with generating facilities, transmission providers, RTOs, and IT staff to resolve conflicts.Audit Power System Traders' trade entry, Operations Log entries, cost assignment, and regulatory documentation for accuracy and completeness. Make corrections and coach traders as necessary.Create training materials and provide training to Power System Traders. Create and/or maintain procedural documents and references as needed.Support and carry out other special projects and duties as assigned.Perform the on-shift duties of Power System Trader as needed to fill-in during staff shortages.

Minimum Requirements

BS or BA in business, economics, mathematics, engineering, or equivalent work experience.Minimum 5 years of experience in power system dispatching.Knowledge of power systems operations in organized wholesale energy markets.NERC certification required within 6 months of hire.Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively lead a team required.Excellent organizational and record keeping skills.Ability to occasionally work a 12-hour shift to provide staff coverage.

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: $110,700.00 to $157,167.00 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.

Deadline to Apply: 11/10/24

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