Gas Operations System Analyst - Denver, United States - Xcel Energy

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    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.

    Position Summary

    Has technical support responsibility for interpreting and completion of project assignments. Coordinates data acquisition, control, and information management for the Gas Control Center, Gas Plant, and Gas Dispatch / Emergency Response systems and coordinates the development of computer systems to meet these requirements utilizing technology consistent with company direction. Contributes to projects which have considerable impact on the gas operations. Serves as technical specialist for gas operation department.

    Essential Responsibilities

  • Supports gas operations projects and is responsible for the ongoing monitoring of the progress of those projects. Reviews and tests the work completed by the (RTU, mobile communications, SCADA), system programmers. Works to resolve issues identified and re-validate functionality prior to rolling changes out into the production environments.
  • Participates in the development of new technologies, leads implementation of new technologies and executes trouble shooting of existing technologies (RTU, mobile communications, SCADA) so that public safety, employee safety, compliance, productivity, stakeholder requirements are met.
  • Contributes to the data acquisition and information management for the Gas Control Centers. Participates in gathering, creating, and documenting user requirements and works with business systems to ensure requirements are met. Creates and maintains technical documentation.
  • Has technical responsibility for developing and providing system training for gas system controllers, and field technicians and others on safe techniques for operating and maintaining gas operations systems / mobile applications, operating guidelines and special operating conditions. Assist in the development, maintaining, and revising standard operating procedures and policies.
  • Assists in the development and implementation of compliance and alarm management reporting.
  • Keeps abreast of technology, industry and business trends to ensure that appropriate technologies are being considered in the planning process that meet organizational requirements. This requires attending industry workshops and seminars, as well as, reading various related materials.
  • Provides day to day as well as on-call support of department personnel relating to technical issues.Minimum Requirements

    Completion of an accredited technical institute program or equivalent relevant work experience required.
    A degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related field is strongly preferred. Two years of work experience must be in the natural gas business (i.e operations engineering, gas supply, gas control, etc.). Must possess strong analytical skills to determine information management needs through job experience in the gas control area and information management systems to meet those needs. In depth knowledge of the gas operations delivery system operation and locations is preferred. Knowledge of and ability to apply DOT/ PHMSA, FERC, and PUC regulations. Must have the ability to work independently with minimal direction on a daily basis as well as the ability to work effectively in a team environment to successfully meet common goals. Gas operations experience in gas systems development supporting gas control systems or gas plant maintenance systems and or mobile data applications. As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you're ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team. 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

    Non-Bargaining

    The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $61,500.00 to $87,500.00 per year

    This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in 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 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

    Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.

    Deadline to Apply: 04/24/24

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