Xcel Energy
Component Specialist – Motors (Nuclear Fleet)
Company: Xcel Energy.
Job Overview We are seeking a Component Specialist, Nuclear Engineer, or Senior Nuclear Engineer to optimize component performance across our nuclear power plant fleet. The role provides technical leadership and guidance in the assigned component area, with a primary focus on motors and pumps, while supporting other related components. The scope includes work management, technical review of engineering products, mentoring, troubleshooting, life cycle planning, and coaching during field execution. The successful candidate will drive improvements in equipment reliability, reduce operating and maintenance costs, and develop and implement component improvement plans to resolve emergent technical issues.
Responsibilities
Component Ownership & Strategy
Serve as the fleet’s focal point for assigned components, providing strategic direction and technical expertise.
Lead complex troubleshooting and evaluations of nuclear component equipment.
Resolve short‑term equipment issues and assess adverse conditions.
Develop long‑range improvement plans, including budget forecasts.
Monitor and enhance preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to improve reliability and reduce costs.
Make scope decisions for outages in assigned areas.
Technical Leadership & Coaching
Provide technical and personnel leadership to site engineering and maintenance teams.
Mentor new and existing staff on technologies and best practices.
Establish and uphold quality expectations for engineering and maintenance deliverables.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Asset Management & Maintenance Oversight
Use long‑term asset and life‑cycle management processes to plan and track major maintenance for critical and non‑critical components.
Lead High Impact Teams for online major maintenance and outages.
Oversee and supervise major maintenance contractors.
Training & Procedure Development
Develop strategies to enhance maintenance personnel skills and knowledge.
Contribute to training programs and procedures for assigned components.
Ensure inclusion of critical information for precision maintenance.
Support During High‑Demand Periods
Perform Maintenance Discipline Supervisor duties during outages or major work windows, as negotiated with leadership.
Qualifications Component Specialist Minimum Requirements
– Salary: $95,200–$135,200
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
Integrated nuclear power generating plant knowledge.
Current or previous SRO License or SRO certification preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of responsible power plant experience, with at least 3 years in nuclear power plant experience evaluating and solving engineering and maintenance issues.
Management training or education also preferred.
Previous supervisory experience preferred, preferably in multiple areas of engineering or other power plant organizations.
Nuclear Engineer Minimum Requirements
– Salary: $99,800–$139,066
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field from an ABET accredited institution.
6 years of engineering experience with satisfactory performance in nuclear generating plant operations and/or maintenance; equivalent electrical power plant experience acceptable.
Ability to obtain and maintain qualifications for unescorted access to Xcel Energy’s nuclear power plants.
May be required to assume emergency response duties and live within 30–60 minutes of the nuclear generation station.
Required to maintain nuclear “fitness for duty” during off‑hours when on call.
Preferred Professional Engineer (PE) license.
SRO License or certification.
Advanced degree preferred.
Senior Nuclear Engineer Minimum Requirements
– Salary: $114,500–$160,766
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field from an ABET accredited institution.
8+ years of engineering experience with demonstrated expertise in nuclear generating plants and at least one engineering discipline area.
Ability to obtain and maintain qualifications for unescorted access to Xcel Energy’s nuclear power plants.
May be required to assume emergency response duties and live within 30–60 minutes of the nuclear generation station.
Required to maintain nuclear “fitness for duty” during off‑hours when on call.
Preferred: Professional Engineer (PE) license, SRO License or certification, Advanced degree.
Salary & Benefits The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $95,200.00 to $160,766.00 per year.
Annual Incentive Program
Medical/Pharmacy Plan
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
Health Care Reimbursement AccountHealth Savings Account (HSA) – if enrolled in an eligible health plan
Limited‑Purpose FSA – if enrolled in an 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 an 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
EEO Statement 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. EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF).
Accessibility Statement Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com/ accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Application Deadline Deadline to Apply: 11/20/25
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Job Overview We are seeking a Component Specialist, Nuclear Engineer, or Senior Nuclear Engineer to optimize component performance across our nuclear power plant fleet. The role provides technical leadership and guidance in the assigned component area, with a primary focus on motors and pumps, while supporting other related components. The scope includes work management, technical review of engineering products, mentoring, troubleshooting, life cycle planning, and coaching during field execution. The successful candidate will drive improvements in equipment reliability, reduce operating and maintenance costs, and develop and implement component improvement plans to resolve emergent technical issues.
Responsibilities
Component Ownership & Strategy
Serve as the fleet’s focal point for assigned components, providing strategic direction and technical expertise.
Lead complex troubleshooting and evaluations of nuclear component equipment.
Resolve short‑term equipment issues and assess adverse conditions.
Develop long‑range improvement plans, including budget forecasts.
Monitor and enhance preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to improve reliability and reduce costs.
Make scope decisions for outages in assigned areas.
Technical Leadership & Coaching
Provide technical and personnel leadership to site engineering and maintenance teams.
Mentor new and existing staff on technologies and best practices.
Establish and uphold quality expectations for engineering and maintenance deliverables.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Asset Management & Maintenance Oversight
Use long‑term asset and life‑cycle management processes to plan and track major maintenance for critical and non‑critical components.
Lead High Impact Teams for online major maintenance and outages.
Oversee and supervise major maintenance contractors.
Training & Procedure Development
Develop strategies to enhance maintenance personnel skills and knowledge.
Contribute to training programs and procedures for assigned components.
Ensure inclusion of critical information for precision maintenance.
Support During High‑Demand Periods
Perform Maintenance Discipline Supervisor duties during outages or major work windows, as negotiated with leadership.
Qualifications Component Specialist Minimum Requirements
– Salary: $95,200–$135,200
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
Integrated nuclear power generating plant knowledge.
Current or previous SRO License or SRO certification preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of responsible power plant experience, with at least 3 years in nuclear power plant experience evaluating and solving engineering and maintenance issues.
Management training or education also preferred.
Previous supervisory experience preferred, preferably in multiple areas of engineering or other power plant organizations.
Nuclear Engineer Minimum Requirements
– Salary: $99,800–$139,066
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field from an ABET accredited institution.
6 years of engineering experience with satisfactory performance in nuclear generating plant operations and/or maintenance; equivalent electrical power plant experience acceptable.
Ability to obtain and maintain qualifications for unescorted access to Xcel Energy’s nuclear power plants.
May be required to assume emergency response duties and live within 30–60 minutes of the nuclear generation station.
Required to maintain nuclear “fitness for duty” during off‑hours when on call.
Preferred Professional Engineer (PE) license.
SRO License or certification.
Advanced degree preferred.
Senior Nuclear Engineer Minimum Requirements
– Salary: $114,500–$160,766
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field from an ABET accredited institution.
8+ years of engineering experience with demonstrated expertise in nuclear generating plants and at least one engineering discipline area.
Ability to obtain and maintain qualifications for unescorted access to Xcel Energy’s nuclear power plants.
May be required to assume emergency response duties and live within 30–60 minutes of the nuclear generation station.
Required to maintain nuclear “fitness for duty” during off‑hours when on call.
Preferred: Professional Engineer (PE) license, SRO License or certification, Advanced degree.
Salary & Benefits The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $95,200.00 to $160,766.00 per year.
Annual Incentive Program
Medical/Pharmacy Plan
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
Health Care Reimbursement AccountHealth Savings Account (HSA) – if enrolled in an eligible health plan
Limited‑Purpose FSA – if enrolled in an 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 an 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
EEO Statement 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. EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF).
Accessibility Statement Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com/ accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Application Deadline Deadline to Apply: 11/20/25
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