C Programming Language, Commissioning, Commissioning - Engineering, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Projects, Construction Support, Cost Effectiveness Analysis, Design Evaluation, Document Control, Driver's License, Electrical Engineering, Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC/EPCC/EPCM), Mechanical Engineering, On Site Support, Problem Solving Skills, Project Engineering, Project Estimates, Project/Program Coordination, Prototyping, Quality Management, Quality Monitoring, Requirements Management, Root Cause Analysis, Sales/Support Engineering (SE), Startup, System Operations, Team Player, Test Design, Test Plan/Schedule
LOCATION
Amarillo, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago
Responsible for the design, modeling, development and testing of a machine, structure or system. Develops functional requirements. Understands and applies standard engineering principles. Creates simulations and prototypes to evaluate preliminary designs and test how a machine, structure or system operates. Designs and tests components, and integrates components to produce final product. Monitors quality of products and controls the efficiency of processes. Evaluates a design's overall effectiveness, cost, reliability, and safety. Investigates root causes of failures to maintain quality and recommend improvements.
Position Overview Xcel Energy is seeking an E&C Engineer level I to support two single-cycle combustion turbine projects in the SPS territory. This is a field-based engineering role focused on supporting construction execution, EPC RFI coordination, open engineering items, and commissioning/start-up activities. Scope of Work & Key Responsibilities • Act as a field engineer supporting EPC RFI submittal and response processes • Support open engineering items during construction • Assist with commissioning and start-up activities • Provide technical oversight of EPC field activities • Coordinate with project managers, engineers, construction managers, and external vendors
Typical Day The resource will be onsite supporting day-to-day construction and engineering activities, reviewing drawings, supporting RFIs, coordinating with the EPC and turbine manufacturer, and assisting with technical issue resolution. Team & Stakeholders This role will be working closely with Xcel project managers, assistant project managers, internal engineering team members, construction managers, EPC contractor Kiewit, and turbine manufacturer Siemens. Work Environment & Safety This is a full-time, onsite field role requiring PPE including high-visibility vests and steel-toe boots. A one- time reimbursement up to $75 for steel-toe boots is approved and should be submitted via VNDLY. Ramp-Up Expectations Week 1: Become familiar with the project, team, drawings, schedule, and RFI processes. Month 1: Actively support RFIs, engineering reviews, and field coordination with EPC and vendors. Work Hours & Overtime Standard daytime work hours are expected. As construction activities ramp up, overtime and potential Saturday work may be required. Project Duration & Extension Potential
The initial assignment is expected to be 12 months. The overall project duration is estimated at approximately three years, with a high likelihood of extension. Required Skills & Experience • Experience supporting EPC construction projects • Familiarity with RFI submittal and document control processes • Experience with Siemens combustion turbines (preferred) • Mechanical and electrical engineering exposure (mechanical preferred) • Experience working onsite in construction or field environments • Valid driver's license Tools & Systems • SharePoint and similar document management platforms • EPC document transmittal systems (e.g., InEight / TeamBinder – preferred, not required) • Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams Preferred Candidate Background Candidates with experience at major EPC firms or utilities such as Burns & McDonnell, Black & Veatch, Sargent & Lundy, Kiewit, Siemens, or other large IOU utilities are preferred. Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is preferred but not required. Soft Skills • Strong communication skills • Problem-solving mindset • Willingness to take initiative • Ability to collaborate across engineering, construction, and vendor teams