Xcel Energy

Utility Principal Pricing Analyst

Xcel Energy$100K — $138K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, or other technical fields.
  • 5 to 8 years of experience in Rate Design or equivalent education and experience.
  • Advanced degree in related areas is desirable.
  • Understanding of GAAP and FERC uniform system of accounts.
  • Experience in preparing testimony in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and analyze rate design proposals and guide lower-level analysts.
  • Conduct cost of service studies for rate cases and regulatory filings.
  • Create new rate designs or modify existing structures for customer options and compliance.
  • Coordinate project analyses for timely completion of rate cases and forecasts.
  • Oversee revenue forecasts and historic revenue reports for budgets and rate cases.
  • Implement revenue recovery and refund mechanisms to meet regulations.
  • Collaborate with management on pricing strategies in a restructured market.

Benefits

  • Annual Incentive Program
  • Comprehensive Medical/Pharmacy, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Pension and 401(k) plan with company contributions
  • Paid time off and Holidays, including Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
Full Job Description
Position Summary

Analyzes, develops and presents major rate design proposals to maintain an effective price structure for Xcel's utilities. Assumes lead role in developing effective pricing strategies for a restructured environment. Oversees the work of lower-level pricing analysts. Ensures that the pricing and costing needs of the business units are met.

Essential Responsibilities
  • Develop, analyze, and also guide lower level analysts in the preparation of rate design proposals and filing requirements for general rate case filings, miscellaneous filings, and other regulatory filings.
  • Conduct cost of service studies used in general rate cases, miscellaneous filings, and to meet the needs of Xcel's business units to ensure accurate and timely cost information.
  • Develop new rate design proposals or modifications to existing rate structures to ensure maintenance of effective price structures, increased options available to customers for buying energy form Xcel, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Coordinate area projects to ensure timely and accurate completion of necessary analyses for rate cases, rate design, revenue forecasting, and cost of service studies.
  • Oversee the development of revenue forecasts and reports of historic revenues for official Company budgets and rate cases.
  • Oversee the development and implementation of revenue recovery and refund mechanisms to comply with regulatory requirements.
  • Work with the Manager of Pricing and Planning to develop strategies and proposals for effective pricing in a restructured environment.


Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Engineering , Mathematics, or other technical field and 5 to 8 years experience in Rate Design; or a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge.

- Advanced degree in one of the above areas is desirable.

Preferred Requirements

- Understanding of GAAP

- Understanding of uniform system of accounts (FERC)

- Understanding of cost-of-service revenue requirements and rate making

- Experience preparing testimony in regulated environment

- Experience navigating multiple stakeholder interests

- Presenting on technical topics

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $100,000.00 to $138,600.00 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.

In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Deadline to Apply: 08/27/26

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About Xcel Energy

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Join the dynamic team at Xcel Energy, where innovation meets expertise in the pursuit of sustainable energy solutions. As a leading energy company, Xcel Energy offers unparalleled job opportunities that empower professionals to advance their careers while contributing to environmental stewardship.

Work You’ll Do

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Step into a role where your skills will directly enhance our capabilities in delivering reliable and sustainable energy. Xcel Energy is a hub for innovation, where your ideas can lead to groundbreaking solutions that shape the future of energy. Our leadership is committed to fostering an environment where creativity and strategic thinking are at the core of our operations.

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Learn more about Xcel Energy
Size
11,321 employees
Market Cap
$38.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.4 billion
Founded
2000
5 Year Trend
+3.9%
Revenue
$11.5 billion
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