Xcel Energy
Nuclear Control Room Supervisor In-Training - Welch, MN
Xcel Energy, Welch, Minnesota, United States, 55089
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Xcel Energy . 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. Responsible for participating and completing Senior Reactor Operator training to obtain the skills required for ensuring safe operation of the plant by overseeing control room operations to comply with all licensing and regulatory requirements and company requirements for generation capacity; coordinating operations with other plant groups; and maintaining operations data and records. Essential Responsibilities
Learn and obtain the necessary skills to ensure the nuclear generating plant operates safely and remains in compliance with plant requirements and governmental regulations. Trainees learn to verify the nuclear plant is operated in accordance with technical specifications and licensing basis.
Learn and obtain the necessary skills to effectively oversee activities of Control Room Operators and Auxiliary Operators and to investigate operational problems and evaluate for plant impact. Trainee will also learn to effectively coordinate shift activities with plant work schedule.
Learn and obtain the necessary skills needed to perform administrative functions related to plant operational requirements. Trainees learn to issue Maintenance work requests and to maintain current plant logging requirements.
Must complete all training required as evidenced by successfully passing any and all required licensing exams.
Upon completion of training the successful candidate will transition to a licensed supervisor position. Must be available to start in March of 2026 or sooner.
Incentive Program Offered Based on Progress Through the Initial License Training Program. Eligible for Payments Based on Milestones Within the Program.
Payment 1
— Successful Completion of Systems Training = $16,000
Payment 2
— Audit Written Exam Score (thresholds below), and Successful Completion of JPMs and Simulator Scenarios
Scoring 85% or above = $10,000
Scoring Less Than 85% but Above 80% = $5,000
Scoring below 80% = No bonus
Payment 3
— Receipt of Senior Reactor Operator License = $20,000
Minimum Requirements
Must meet one of the following items per ACAD 10-01:
Certified Instructor with greater than 4 years commercial nuclear experience
Licensed reactor operator duties as an ACTIVE RO for 12 Months or more at Monticello or Prairie Island
12 months or more as an ACTIVE RO or SRO at a commercial power reactor facility of the same vendor and vintage
18 months or more as an ACTIVE RO or SRO at a noncomparable commercial power reactor facility
18 months or more in a position equivalent to a reactor operator position at a military reactor (qualified to manipulate or direct the manipulation of control rods) including roles such as reactor operator, engineering officer of the watch, propulsion plant watch officer, engineering watch supervisor, propulsion plant watch supervisor
BS degree or equivalent in engineering, engineering technology or related sciences; or has a professional engineer license.
18 months of experience at a comparable nuclear power facility or military reactor
27 months of experience at a non-comparable power generation facility
A non-traditional degree with the following: 36 months of nuclear experience for a nontraditional degree
Preferred Requirements
Knowledgeable in reactor theory, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations as it applies to nuclear power operations and safety, ASME code section XI.
As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services. 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.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com. Deadline to Apply:
01/29/26
EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF)
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Non-Bargaining
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Join to apply for the
Nuclear Control Room Supervisor In-Training - Welch, MN
role at
Xcel Energy . 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. Responsible for participating and completing Senior Reactor Operator training to obtain the skills required for ensuring safe operation of the plant by overseeing control room operations to comply with all licensing and regulatory requirements and company requirements for generation capacity; coordinating operations with other plant groups; and maintaining operations data and records. Essential Responsibilities
Learn and obtain the necessary skills to ensure the nuclear generating plant operates safely and remains in compliance with plant requirements and governmental regulations. Trainees learn to verify the nuclear plant is operated in accordance with technical specifications and licensing basis.
Learn and obtain the necessary skills to effectively oversee activities of Control Room Operators and Auxiliary Operators and to investigate operational problems and evaluate for plant impact. Trainee will also learn to effectively coordinate shift activities with plant work schedule.
Learn and obtain the necessary skills needed to perform administrative functions related to plant operational requirements. Trainees learn to issue Maintenance work requests and to maintain current plant logging requirements.
Must complete all training required as evidenced by successfully passing any and all required licensing exams.
Upon completion of training the successful candidate will transition to a licensed supervisor position. Must be available to start in March of 2026 or sooner.
Incentive Program Offered Based on Progress Through the Initial License Training Program. Eligible for Payments Based on Milestones Within the Program.
Payment 1
— Successful Completion of Systems Training = $16,000
Payment 2
— Audit Written Exam Score (thresholds below), and Successful Completion of JPMs and Simulator Scenarios
Scoring 85% or above = $10,000
Scoring Less Than 85% but Above 80% = $5,000
Scoring below 80% = No bonus
Payment 3
— Receipt of Senior Reactor Operator License = $20,000
Minimum Requirements
Must meet one of the following items per ACAD 10-01:
Certified Instructor with greater than 4 years commercial nuclear experience
Licensed reactor operator duties as an ACTIVE RO for 12 Months or more at Monticello or Prairie Island
12 months or more as an ACTIVE RO or SRO at a commercial power reactor facility of the same vendor and vintage
18 months or more as an ACTIVE RO or SRO at a noncomparable commercial power reactor facility
18 months or more in a position equivalent to a reactor operator position at a military reactor (qualified to manipulate or direct the manipulation of control rods) including roles such as reactor operator, engineering officer of the watch, propulsion plant watch officer, engineering watch supervisor, propulsion plant watch supervisor
BS degree or equivalent in engineering, engineering technology or related sciences; or has a professional engineer license.
18 months of experience at a comparable nuclear power facility or military reactor
27 months of experience at a non-comparable power generation facility
A non-traditional degree with the following: 36 months of nuclear experience for a nontraditional degree
Preferred Requirements
Knowledgeable in reactor theory, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations as it applies to nuclear power operations and safety, ASME code section XI.
As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services. 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.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com. Deadline to Apply:
01/29/26
EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF)
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Non-Bargaining
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