Electrical Distribution Engineer

Connexus® Energy; Ramsey (MN); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Health savings account

401(k) plan with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Connexus Energy is seeking an Electrical Distribution Engineer to support planning, operation, and improvement of the electric distribution system. This role applies engineering principles to analyze system needs, support system modeling and automation, and develop solutions that enhance safety and reliability while building broad electric utility experience.

The position offers a hybrid work schedule. After the initial six-month training period, employees may work remotely up to three days per

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, Industrial, Systems, or related engineering discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills based on engineering principles.
• Proficiency with standard engineering software tools.
• Ability to interpret technical data, drawings, schematics, and engineering documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate across technical and field teams.
• Current and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform distribution system studies and modeling to evaluate capacity, voltage, reliability, load balance, and other system needs.
• Analyze system data and develop engineering recommendations for system improvements and future needs.
• Support ADMS, SCADA, distribution automation, controls, communications, and distributed energy resource applications.
• Lead small engineering projects and contribute to larger projects involving system improvements and new development.
• Evaluate engineering alternatives considering safety, reliability, cost, constructability, protection, and long-term system needs.
• Develop and maintain engineering standards, drawings, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Conduct field investigations and provide engineering support to operations, design, construction, maintenance, IT, and other teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Engineering software tools

Job description

Connexus Energy is looking for our next Electrical Distribution Engineer who will support the planning, operation, and improvement of the electric distribution system. This role applies engineering principles to analyze system needs, support system modeling and automation, and develop solutions that enhance safety and reliability while building broad electric utility experience.

Location:

This position offers a hybrid work schedule. After completing the initial six-month training period, employees may work remotely up to three days per week, with the remaining time spent at our campus located at 14601 Ramsey Blvd, Ramsey, MN 55303.

Compensation:

Anticipated hiring pay is $77,900 –$102,270 annually. Final compensation will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skill level. In addition, this position is eligible for an annual bonus with a target payout of 8% based on company performance.

In this position, you will:

• Perform distribution system studies and modeling to evaluate capacity, voltage, reliability, load balance, and other system needs.
• Analyze system data and develop engineering recommendations for system improvements and future needs.
• Support ADMS, SCADA, distribution automation, controls, communications, and distributed energy resource applications.
• Lead small engineering projects and contribute to larger projects involving system improvements and new development.
• Evaluate engineering alternatives considering safety, reliability, cost, constructability, protection, and long-term system needs.
• Develop and maintain engineering standards, drawings, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Conduct field investigations and provide engineering support to operations, design, construction, maintenance, IT, and other teams.

Need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, Industrial, Systems, or a related engineering discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a foundation in engineering principles.
• Proficiency with standard engineering software tools.
• Ability to interpret technical data, drawings, schematics, and engineering documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate across technical and field teams.
• Current and valid driver’s license.

Nice to have:

• 1–4 years of relevant engineering experience in electric utilities, power systems, distribution, automation, controls, communications, or a related area.
• Experience or coursework involving distribution modeling, SCADA, automation, controls, communications, networking, or programming.
• Power systems coursework or relevant engineering internship/co-op experience.
• Experience with project management tools and methodologies.
• Progress toward or completion of the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.

Pre-Employment Requirement:

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Connexus Energy’s benefits package includes medical/dental/vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan with generous company matching and non-matching contributions and independent investment advisory services, accrued PTO, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, recognition program, employee referral program, and employee activities. Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability are also provided.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabilities or Veterans

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or veteran status.