Electrical Engineer - Utility Industry

Location: Arden Hills, MN, or Prinsburg, MN

Excellence Through People! Take your engineering career to the next level by working with energetic, talented, and forward-thinking colleagues and clients who invest in the collective good, take a balanced approach to sustainable solutions, are flexible to the realities of complex changes, and provide genuine effort to do the right by others.

Who We Are:

Power System Engineering (PSE) is an electrical energy expert that provides relationship-driven engineering and consulting services for forward-thinking partners who pursue long-term energy solutions. Check out our website at: www.powersystem.org

Our Point of View:

• People: We foster strong relationships with our clients, colleagues, and community through integrity and our spirit of teamwork to further our collective well-being, safety, and success.
• Problem-Solving: We thrive on the unique challenges that stretch our skills and expertise, where we can turn complex challenges into opportunities for collaborative achievements.
• Progress We create safe spaces for experimentation, treating each relationship and project as an opportunity to shape the culture and collective advancement positively.

What We Are Looking For:

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer specializing in Power Generation and Industrial Engineering; you will be responsible for overseeing electrical power generation, distribution, grounding, lighting, and control systems for a variety of project types, including oil refineries, ethanol plants, chemical storage, and distribution facilities, bulk liquid and dry fertilizer facilities, grain handling terminals, feed mills, and other agricultural and energy infrastructure projects. In addition, I contribute to the electrical design of projects while interacting with the utility and industrial clients and other team members to ensure project deliverables are accurate, high quality, on time, and on budget. Must be passionate about supporting clients and the communities they serve to advance society for the good of all, see every complex project as a chance to make a mark on the future, and provide clear, balanced guidance needed for long-term success.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Core Values: Embrace, uphold, and live out PSE’s core values around People, Problem-Solving, and Progress.
• A wide range of electrical design and technical consulting services to PSE’s utility and industrial clients, including grounding design, power generation design, power distribution design, and lighting design.
• Collects field data to support large industrial client projects.
• Prepare layouts and provide input for design proposals and drawings, including site plans, power/signal/lighting plans, one-lines, and industrial control systems.
• Perform arc flash and coordination studies, system protection studies, power quality studies, and energy audits for Industrial clients.
• Design and administer multiple projects of varying size and scope simultaneously through all design and construction phases.
• Assist with developing new and existing client relationships through good verbal and written communication during project development, design, and construction phases
• Assist with the permitting process with local authorities.
• Assist in procuring equipment from suppliers and specify the equipment needed, including, but not limited to, generators, transformers, switchgear, and control systems, based on standards and budget.
• Coordinate with construction crews for installations per the design.
• Reviews design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, client requirements, and related specifications.
• Assist with the project management life cycle for multiple simultaneous projects, ensuring client objectives and success criteria are met, managing the deliverables, and identifying issues and risks. Regular activities include, but are not limited to, client meetings and managing budgets and deliverables. Deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Control expenditures and hours within the limitations of the project budget.
• Work cooperatively with other PSE team members to improve our efficiencies and work product.
• Employ effective communication and collaborate with colleagues, clients, and vendors for relationship-building.
• Target and maintain a yearly average utilization rate equal to or greater than 75%.

What You Will Need:

• Proficiency with or ability to learn AutoCAD, SKM Power Tools, ETAP, and MS Office Suite
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and the ability to write specifications, prepare technical reports, and contribute to or lead project team discussions.
• Knowledge and understanding of electrical design and construction.
• Ability to work and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and competitive environment.
• The candidate shall be self-motivated.
• Working knowledge of applicable NEC, IEEE, and ANSI standards
• Commitment to proactively pursue continued learning, professional development, training, certifications, and industry network opportunities.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
• Engineer In Training (E.I.T) certification will be preferred. E.I.T. certification is expected within one year.
• Knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, and standards

~Please note that the salary information displayed alongside this job posting may not accurately reflect the compensation package offered by our organization. We understand that some job boards may generate salary estimates or ranges based on available data, which may not accurately represent the compensation package we offer. We strive to provide competitive salaries based on industry standards, qualifications, and experience. For accurate and up-to-date information regarding compensation, benefits, and other employment details, please refer to the details provided directly by Power System Engineering during the application process or contact our HR department.

People. Power. Future

Power System Engineering is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, religion, color, ancestry, or national origin or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.