Electrical Designer Level 3

Steen Engineering, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Steen Engineering, Inc. seeks an Electrical Designer Level 3 in Minneapolis, MN, offering hybrid work for local candidates.

Anticipated starting salary ranges from $80,000 to $120,000 per year, reflecting senior design responsibilities and project ownership. You'll collaborate with engineers, clients, and partners to deliver safe, efficient MEP solutions across diverse projects, while mentoring junior designers and ensuring schedule adherence.

Qualifications

• Trade school degree in electrical.
• 10+ years of electrical design experience in commercial, institutional, retail or industrial projects.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Office 365.
• Familiarity with Photometric Plans or Fault Current calculation software.
• Exceptional communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Team-oriented attitude aligned with Steen Way: teamwork and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Manage project deliverables, design timelines, and production schedules.
• Communicate and coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, and team members.
• Lead early-stage system planning and schematic development.
• Redline and/or draft in Revit and AutoCAD with schedules and details.
• Serve as a key client contact and provide documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor scope and flag potential overages; work with Principal in Charge on additional services.
• Perform site observations with senior engineers and verify field conditions against design.
• Review shop drawings and provide construction-phase support.
• Use Steen checklists to confirm design accuracy and completeness.

Skills

Electrical design

Project management

Communication

Education

Trade school degree in electrical

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Office 365

Job description

Reports To: Electrical Person-in-Charge (PIC)

Location: Minneapolis, MN | Hybrid for Local Candidates

Anticipated Starting Salary: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00/yr.

Make it Work. Make it Count.

At Steen Engineering, we don't just design systems - we build trust, solve boldly, and stand by our work. As a Electrical Designer Level 3, you'll play a key role in bringing smart, sensible, and sustainable MEP solutions to life across nearly every project type and market.

You’ll work side-by-side with engineers, clients, and design partners - developing electrical systems that make buildings safer, healthier, and more efficient. This role calls for technical expertise, project ownership, and a collaborative spirit that thrives in a fast-paced, people-first environment.

Why This Role Matters

This is more than a production seat. As a Designer Level 3, you’ll own your work, guide junior designers, and coordinate with internal and external teams to deliver quality projects on schedule. You’ll be trusted to make decisions, solve problems, and embody The Steen Way - a meticulous, accountable, and team-centric approach to MEP design.

What You'll Do

• Manage project deliverables, design timelines, and production schedules.
• Communicate and coordinate with owners, architects, civil/structural engineers, and fellow team members.
• Lead early-stage system planning and schematic development.
• Redline and/or perform drafting work in Revit and AutoCAD, complete with schedules and details.
• Serve as a key client contact, responding to questions quickly and providing documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor scope, flag potential overages, and work with the Principal in Charge to manage additional services.
• Perform site observations with senior engineers and ensure field conditions align with the design.
• Review shop drawings and provide construction phase support.
• Use our signature Steen checklists to confirm design accuracy and completeness.

What You Bring

• A trade school degree in electrical.
• 10+ years of electrical design experience in commercial, institutional, retail or industrial projects.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Office 365.
• Familiarity with Photometric Plans or Fault Current calculation software.
• Exceptional communication skills, strong emotional intelligence, and a drive to collaborate.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• A mindset that aligns with our core team values - that means checking our ego at the door, digging in together to make it work, and delivering the smart, sensible solutions our clients know and love us for.

What You'll Love About Steen

• A people-first culture where mentorship is real and egos are checked at the door.
• Competitive salary, flexible work options, and a commitment to your long-term growth.
• An environment where your work is seen, appreciated, and built from the ground up in the real world.
• A team that has your back-on deadlines, on growth, and on the job site.
• The chance to shape systems and spaces that serve real people.

Salary: $80000.00 - $120000.00 per year