Xcel Energy
Provides energy services across multiple states, focusing on clean, reliable, and affordable solutions.
5 days ago
$109,500 - $155,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Denver, Colorado, United States | Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States | Amarillo, Texas, United States
Field
Company Size
14,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
reliability assurance
risk assessment
compliance reporting
metric development
training delivery
regulatory liaison
The role provides project management, direction, and leadership within the Reliability Assurance team for the development, implementation, and monitoring of mandatory NERC Reliability Standards, TSA cyber‑security directives, and physical and cyber‑security programs under FERC’s Division of Dam Safety. It involves direct engagement with internal personnel, industry stakeholders, regional entities, TSA, and NERC.
Key responsibilities include monitoring and assessing compliance risks, conducting assessments, reviews, and investigations, and identifying gaps to recommend corrective actions. You will drive continuous‑improvement efforts, lead strategic compliance initiatives, and collaborate with legal, risk, and operations teams. Acting as a liaison with regulators and external auditors, you will advise and train internal stakeholders, provide guidance to business units and senior leadership, and oversee compliance reporting and documentation. Additionally, you will develop metrics, stay current with regulatory changes, and update policies and procedures accordingly.
- Lead Reliability Assurance program monitoring and continuous‑improvement initiatives for NERC, TSA, and FERC requirements.
- Conduct compliance risk assessments, investigations, and gap analyses; recommend corrective actions.
- Collaborate with legal, risk, operations, and external regulators; serve as liaison with auditors.
- Design and deliver compliance training, awareness programs, and stakeholder guidance.
- Manage compliance reporting, documentation, and metric development for senior leadership and regulators.
- Stay abreast of regulatory changes; update policies and procedures accordingly.
- Provide risk and internal‑control framework expertise and causal analysis capabilities.
Requirements
10+ years
nerc
project management
bachelor's
risk frameworks
causal analysis
Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, cybersecurity, computer science, or law (or equivalent experience), and at least 10 years of regulatory, auditing, or compliance experience with increasing responsibility, including six years in the utility industry. Candidates must have a deep understanding of NERC standards, proven project‑management ability to lead cross‑functional initiatives, experience with risk and internal‑control frameworks, and demonstrated expertise in causal analysis methods.
- Apply 10+ years of regulatory, auditing or compliance experience (including 6 years in utilities) and deep knowledge of NERC standards.
- Demonstrate project‑management expertise to lead cross‑functional initiatives and meet deadlines.
Benefits
Are you looking for an exciting job where you can apply your skills and talents at a company you can be proud of? Xcel Energy offers a workplace that will challenge you and provide opportunities to learn and grow. A position here could be just what you’re looking for.
The anticipated base salary ranges from $109,500 to $155,000 per year, complemented by an annual incentive program. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, fitness and transportation reimbursements, volunteer paid time off, and many other offerings.
- Receive a base salary of $109,500‑$155,000 plus annual incentive and a comprehensive benefits suite (medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, tuition reimbursement, fitness, transportation, volunteer time, etc.).
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
1909
Year Established
The company has a history spanning over a century, demonstrating its long-standing presence in the energy sector.
- hidden炳 Renewable energy solutions, including wind and solar power.
- hidden炳 Reducing carbon emissions and increasing clean energy generation.
- hidden炳 Large-scale renewable projects like the Rush Creek Wind Project in Colorado.
- hidden炳 Service offerings cover residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs with an emphasis on sustainability.
- hidden炳 Leader in energy efficiency programs, helping customers reduce consumption and costs.
- hidden炳 Innovates in the energy sector, balancing economic and environmental goals.
Culture + Values
90% Reduction
CO2 Emissions
Achieved a significant reduction in carbon dioxide emissions through sustainable practices and energy efficiency initiatives.
20 Hours
Employee Training
Provides employees with 20 hours of annual training focused on professional development and personal growth opportunities.
- Fosters a culture of innovation and creativity.
- Encourages open communication and collaboration.
- Values diversity and inclusion within the workplace.
- Supports community engagement and corporate social responsibility.
Environment + Sustainability
57% reduction
Carbon emissions from electricity
Achieved a 57% reduction in carbon emissions from 2005 levels as of early 2025.
1.5 million EVs
Electric vehicles enabled by 2030
Plans to enable 1.5 million electric vehicles by 2030 as part of broader sustainability goals.
$45 billion investment
In renewable energy projects
Investing $45 billion in generation, transmission, and other clean energy projects over five years (2024–2029).
54% carbon-free energy
In 2023
Achieved a 54% share of carbon-free energy in 2023, contributing to long-term sustainability goals.
- Plans for zero-carbon fleet and enhanced EV charging infrastructure by 2030/2035 include enabling 1.5 million electric vehicles and achieving $1/gallon equivalent fuel savings for customers.
- Investing in 4,000 MW+ of new wind and solar capacity by 2032, with all coal plants retiring by 2030 and nuclear energy extended until 2040.
- Developing battery storage technologies, such as a 10 MW iron-air battery, and piloting innovative solutions like hydrogen, RNG, heat pumps, and smart water heaters.
- Built a network of ~750 high-speed public EV charging stations in Minnesota and Wisconsin by 2026, alongside a home charger installation program to support widespread EV adoption.