Explain what the scope of the work/project is? Project Overview, deliverables (what is this person responsible for). Plant
Fleet based engineering role to support Xcel's energy supply projects group to help manage capital projects at the
power plants across the region. This resource would be responsible for managing all emergent capital projects at the
plant as well as supporting larger base and major capital projects. This resource would support reliability engineering
in helping develop scopes and justifications for projects and putting those through Xcel's emergent capital request
system/process and would be responsible for managing all the projects. This resource could be responsible for
upwards of 20 small projects going on at one time in addition to supporting some of the larger base capital projects.
True title is E&C Engineer; however, title is a bit misleading. Really looking for someone with an engineering
degree/background, however, will mostly be a project manager.
What are the top 3-5 skills and qualifications required? Ability to multi-task and juggle several tasks
without sacrificing quality, takes initiative, teamwork, interpersonal/communication skills, experience
with cradle to crave Project management experience. Prior experience working in manufacturing/plant
environment like a power plant. Has taken the FE (fundamentals in engineering) exam or would like to
(preferred not required). Would like to see previous experience managing contractors. Previous
experience with project management and project plan development, charters, managing budgets, good
with managing money, etc. Requires a bachelors in engineering, no specific discipline, as long as it's
related to work performed at the plant (mechanical/electrical/civil). Willing to consider other engineering
fields as well.
What non-technical skills are necessary (i.e., such as communication, problem solving, team player)? Ability
to multi-task and juggle several tasks without sacrificing quality, takes initiative, teamwork, strong
interpersonal/communication skills.
2. Ideal candidate background and how many years required? 2+ years of experience. Requires a bachelors in
engineering, no specific discipline, if it's related to work performed at the plant
(mechanical/electrical/civil).
3. Are there any specific companies you like to see on a candidates resume? N/A
4. Are there any certifications that the candidate must possess? It is a plus if Would like to see that this
resource has taken/passed the FE exam (fundamentals of engineering) or has an interest in doing so.
5. Are there any preferred or "nice to have" skills? N/A
6. Can you think of any "red flags" on a resume? (Large gaps, previous companies, drastic career changes, job
hopping) Large gaps and job hopping. Would like to see career stability and development vs hopping
from contract to contract.