E&C Engineer

Quality Control Engineer position responsible for implementing Xcel Energy's Quality Assurance / Quality Control program across generating plants (Coal, Gas, Renewables) within the MN region. Ensures that project construction meets established quality standards, safety requirements, code and environmental regulations, and customer expectations. Responsible for monitoring, inspecting, and improving processes to ensure specifications and standards are met and projects are successful.

Role and Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing inspection and testing procedures for materials and onsite services.
• Monitoring project construction to identify defects, deviations, or non-conformities and implementi…
• Collaborating with operations and maintenance teams, reliability engineers, and contractors to impr…
• Developing and maintaining quality management systems and conducting internal or external audits.
• Reviewing and developing Quality Control plans used during project sourcing, planning, and execution.
• Training employees on quality control procedures and best practices.
• Coordinating or performing shop visits for critical inspections and hold points / factory acceptance testing.
• Monitors quality of products and controls the efficiency of processes.
• Investigates root causes of failures to maintain quality and recommend improvements.

1. Explain what the scope of the work/project is? Project Overview, deliverables (what is this person responsible for).

This role is a Quality Control Engineer responsible for implementing Xcel Energy's quality program across generation (power plant) projects. The resource will support project execution by ensuring proper installation, startup, and commissioning of equipment to prevent rework and warranty issues. Responsibilities include participating in project reviews, inspections, quality plan development, and resolving installation or contractor quality issues.

1. What are the top 3-5 skills and qualifications (technology/application/software, etc.) required?

Engineering degree (Mechanical or Electrical preferred; Civil/Structural acceptable)

Quality control/quality assurance experience or certifications

Experience in power generation or industrial environments

Experience with inspection/testing procedures and identifying construction defects

General tools: Microsoft Office (no specialized software required

2. What non-technical skills are necessary (i.e., such as communication, problem solving, team player)?

Self-motivated

Strong communication

Collaboration/teamwork

Organization and prioritization across multiple projects

3. Ideal candidate background and how many years required?

Preferred: 3–7+ years, but open to more experienced candidates

Background in power plants, utilities, or industrial environments

Engineering + QA/QC experience required

4. Are there any specific companies you like to see on a candidate's resume?

Candidates with utility, power generation, or heavy industrial experience preferred.

5. Are there any certifications that the candidate must possess?

Not strictly required, but highly preferred:

Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)

Lean Six Sigma

Quality auditor certifications

6. Are there any preferred or "nice to have" skills?

Drafting experience

Welding inspection (CWI)

Manufacturing or industrial QA background