Electrical Engineer - Power Generation & Industrial Engineering

We want you to grow. We want you to learn. We want you to expand with us

Location:  Arden Hills, 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 positively shape the culture and collective advancement. 

What We Are Looking For: 

As 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: 

Education and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (BSEE) or a related field is required.
• Entry-level engineer.

Knowledge and Skills 

• The candidate shall be self-motivated and have experience in power system protection, design, and operations. 
• Working knowledge of computer software including AutoCAD, MS Excel, and MS Word is required.
• Working knowledge of applicable NEC, IEEE, and ANSI standards and electric codes is preferred.
• Knowledge of electric utility systems.
• Experience in engineering and design of electrical substations.
• Possess the ability to achieve quality results, be change-oriented, foster innovation, and be a continuous learner.
• Use effective communication skills (both written and oral), be customer-driven, and display teamwork behavior.
• Ability to travel as needed for meetings, client consultations, site assessments, and construction inspections – occasional overnight travel may be required. 

Compensation & Benefits: 

This salary range reflects the anticipated base salary for one minimum relevant years of experience to three maximum relevant years of experience. The successful candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with the candidate's relevant years of experience, education, and technical expertise. 

• Discretionary annual performance-based profit-sharing bonus
• Cell phone reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan and employer safe harbor contribution
• Comprehensive health, health savings account (HSA), dental, vision, flexible spending account (FSA) & dependent care reimbursement account
• Life insurance, short & long-term disability, and other voluntary coverages
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time off (VTO) to serve our communities.
• Professional development opportunities and educational assistance

PSE is an equal opportunity employer that encourages all its employees to grow, learn, and expand their roles in ways they can be creative and best accomplish the client’s needs.  We assess qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Disclaimer: 

We are committed to fairness and transparency in our hiring process. Compensation may be adjusted based on the candidate’s experience, education, qualifications, market conditions, and internal equity.

PSE

People. Problem-solving. Progress