Job Description 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. This position is responsible for coordinating and planning chemistry operations necessary to operate the reactor and steam plant in accordance with regulations and industry guidance. The chemist will provide technical oversight of the chemistry programs assigned. This position will provide technical guidance to the chemical technicians and provide support for process quality improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will perform most assignments independently on issues related to the Chemistry Department. The pay for this role will be: Step 1 - $46.47 Step 2 - $50.78 Step 3 - $53.61 Step 4 - $56.43 Step 5 - $59.26 Step 6 - $62.09 This position will be posted for 10 Working Days from July 11, 2024 to July 24th, 2024. Experience: Placement into the Chemist Progression is based on experience in the following areas; environmental, general water treatment, radiochemistry, and general analytical instrumentation. Position will work with Xcel facilities and/or customers on a limited basis to enhance availability, reliability, and help ensure low operating costs. Essential Responsibilities * Assist in the development and implementation of chemical treatment and/or analytical programs and related procedures, including chemical cleanings. Performs analysis, reviews and reports data. Maintains and troubleshoots instrumentation. * Trains plant and/or analytical personnel. May include external training and presentations. Review process parameters for compliance with control limits. Correct out of control parameters. Generate statistical control charts. * Participate in the development of new technologies and assist in the writing of procedures utilizing appropriate improvements. * Interface on a limited basis with environmental services and governmental agencies to ensure compliance with regulations. * Consult with internal and external customers on a limited basis to ensure compliance and optimize processes through inspections and data analysis. Required: * A bachelor of science in chemistry or related field is required. * 10 years or more experience in BWR chemistry may be acceptable as equivalent degree. * Laboratory experience is required preferably in a nuclear power plant setting. Preferred: * Experience with Hazwaste and Chemistry Lab QA/QC is highly desired. BWR chemistry and operations are desired as well. A condition of employment will be successfully obtaining and maintaining General Security Clearance and a Nuclear Security Clearance for unescorted access to Xcel Energy nuclear plants including successful completion of nuclear General Access Training (GAT) and the nuclear security screening process (typically consists of an alcohol/drug screen, a criminal history check, 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 recruiting@xcelenergy.com. Bargaining * 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: 07/23/24 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.