Electrical Designer II Commercial Division

Hunt Electric Corporation; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 76,800 - 102,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health insurance

Generous paid time off

403(b) plan with matching contributions

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Job summary

Hunt Electric Corporation is seeking an Electrical Designer to provide critical design support for commercial projects based in Eagan, MN. This position requires strong collaboration with various departments and attention to detail. With a hybrid work schedule, this role involves producing electrical drawings, ensuring compliance with NEC, and mentoring junior staff.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of electrical design experience and a degree in Electrical Engineering. Benefits include a comprehensive insurance plan and a robust 401(k).

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electrical design.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with short circuit and arc flash studies.

Responsibilities

• Produce electrical drawings and engineering reports.
• Collaborate with teams on project execution.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers.

Skills

Electrical design experience

Knowledge of National Electrical Code

QA/QC review abilities

Team collaboration

Technical problem-solving

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

Job description

Job Description Summary

This position is responsible for providing electrical design for our commercial projects. A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail is required. The role interacts with various departments within the company as well as with other disciplines outside of the company. We seek a candidate with 5+ years of electrical design experience. The role is based in our Eagan, MN headquarters with a hybrid work schedule of office/remote work.

Key Outcomes and High-Level Responsibilities

• Production of electrical drawings and engineering reports.
• Assist in the design and coordination of electrical drawings within schedule, budget, and defined scope under the supervision of a Level III Engineer or Designer.
• May lead smaller projects under the supervision of an Engineer of Record or Design Manager.
• Produce engineering reports, including arc flash hazard studies, overcurrent protection device coordination studies, voltage drop calculations, and short circuit analysis reports under the supervision of a Level II or Level III Engineer or Designer.
• Collaborate with project management, estimating, and field teams throughout all project phases, from kick-off to final as-built/closeout on projects as assigned.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle and provide technical support to other departments or groups.

Technical Oversight & Quality Assurance

Review drawings and designs from other engineers and designers on projects as assigned to ensure compliance with NEC, local codes, project standards, and Hunt’s internal standards.

Mentorship and Team Development

Coach and mentor less experienced engineers and designers, promoting adherence to industry, technical, code standards/recommendations and internal Hunt standards.

Client Relations and Engagement

May serve as the engineering point of contact with clients, presenting solutions and addressing challenges effectively on projects as assigned.

Primary Duties

• Produce electrical drawings and engineering reports, ensuring quality, compliance, and adherence to project timelines.
• Lead the production of electrical drawings and engineering reports on projects as assigned, or assist an Engineer-of-Record or Level III Engineer or Designer on large projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project execution and technical problem-solving.
• Mentor and develop Level I engineers and designers, fostering technical growth and adherence to standards.

Collateral Duties

• Provide technical support to other departments and operations teams.
• Participate in continuing education to stay updated on industry trends and standards.

Requirements for the Position

Skills and Competencies

• Produce electrical drawings for construction projects.
• Perform short circuit, arc flash, and coordination studies.
• Perform QA/QC review of electrical drawings for smaller construction projects.
• Have a working knowledge of the current National Electrical Code and Energy Code.
• Represent Hunt Electric in multidisciplinary project team meetings on projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering from a non-ABET Accreditated university or school, or 2-year degree in electrical design or similar work experience.
• Minimum of five years of significant engineering experience.

Typical Tasks

Drawing & Report Production

• Work in Revit to update project drawings, perform calculations, and compile reports.
• Create Bluebeam or Revit designs for project layouts as needed.

Project Meetings

• Attend or conduct project-specific meetings with all internal and external project stakeholders.

Internal Meetings

• Participate in weekly staffing meetings, one-on-one meetings with managers, and department training/education sessions.

Technical Support

• Answer code-related and technical questions from coworkers in other departments and the field.

Site Visits

• Conduct site visits for information gathering before and during design phases.
• Ensure installations align with design intent and code compliance.
• Provide key takeaways of successes and challenges of the project.

Continuing Education

• Attend webinars, in-person seminars, conferences, and review technical articles relevant to current projects.

Drawing QA/QC Review

• Review peers’ drawing sets and engineering reports for quality assurance.

Physical Requirements

• Operates in a professional office environment and uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, filing cabinets, photocopiers and fax machines.
• Frequently required to sit, and occasionally required to kneel, reach, stoop, crouch or crawl.
• Requires ability to lift files, open file cabinets, and bend or stand as necessary.
• May occasionally lift up to 10 pounds.

Pay Range

$76,800.00 - $102,400.00. Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only.

Benefits

Hunt Electric offers a robust benefits plan, including 100% employer‑paid health, dental, and vision insurance, a flexible hybrid work schedule, generous paid time off, and a robust 401(k) plan with matching contributions. Employees also participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). In‑house learning and development programs and career pathing opportunities support professional growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Hunt Electric Corporation and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and afford equal opportunity to all qualified applicants for consideration in all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws. Hunt Electric Corporation participates in E‑Verify. As part of our recruitment, screening, and hiring processes, your resume may be reviewed using AI tools to help us identify relevant skills and experience. The use of such AI tools is subject to human oversight and every hiring and employment‑related decision is thoughtfully reviewed by a real person.