Electrical Engineer

Widseth Smith Nolting and Associates Inc; Hibbing (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

HSA and flexible benefits

Life and disability coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development support

Job summary

Widseth Smith Nolting and Associates Inc is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design building electrical systems across commercial, educational, healthcare, industrial, and municipal projects. You’ll develop docs, perform distribution and lighting design, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams from concept to construction.

The role requires a PE license with the possibility to obtain ND licensure within six months, 7+ years’ experience, and strong communication with clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• MN PE license with ability to obtain ND licensure within six months.
• 7+ years of experience designing electrical building systems.
• Experience with commercial, institutional, industrial, or municipal building projects.
• Proficient with Revit, AutoCAD, SKM, ETAP or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of NEC, NFPA, IBC, IEEE and other codes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a collaborative environment.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for commercial, educational, healthcare, industrial, and public-sector building projects.
• Develop construction documents including plans, specs, calculations, and reports.
• Perform power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage system design.
• Coordinate designs with architects, contractors, owners, and other engineering disciplines.
• Conduct site visits, field investigations, and construction observations.
• Collaborate with project managers to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Apply codes and standards to ensure safe, reliable designs.
• Assist with project proposals, client meetings, and technical presentations.
• Provide guidance and support to junior engineering staff and EITs.

Skills

Electrical building systems design

Project management

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Code knowledge (NEC, NFPA, IBC, IEEE)

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Minnesota PE license

ND licensure within 6 months

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SKM

ETAP

Job description

Description

From schools and healthcare facilities to commercial and industrial spaces, the work you do will help create environments that serve communities for years to come. As an Electrical Engineer at Widseth, you'll work on diverse building projects, collaborate with talented professionals across disciplines, and see your designs become reality from initial concept through construction.

We're looking for an engineer who enjoys solving complex building design challenges, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and delivering practical solutions that make a lasting impact. Whether you're developing power distribution systems, designing energy-efficient lighting, or coordinating with architects and clients, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects.

At Widseth, you'll work alongside experienced professionals, build strong client relationships, and help create spaces that strengthen our communities.

What You'll Do

• Design electrical systems for commercial, educational, healthcare, industrial, and public-sector building projects
• Develop construction documents, including plans, specifications, calculations, and reports
• Perform power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage system design
• Coordinate designs with architects, contractors, owners, and other engineering disciplines
• Conduct site visits, field investigations, and construction observations
• Collaborate with project managers to deliver projects on schedule and within budget
• Apply applicable codes and standards to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant designs
• Assist with project proposals, client meetings, and technical presentations
• Provide guidance and support to junior engineering staff and EITs

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
• Minnesota Professional Engineer (PE) license and ability to obtain licensure in North Dakota within six months
• 7+ years of experience designing electrical building systems (adjust years as appropriate)
• Experience with commercial, institutional, industrial, or municipal building projects
• Proficiency with design software such as Revit, AutoCAD, SKM, ETAP, or similar tools
• Strong understanding of NEC, NFPA, IBC, IEEE, and other applicable codes and standards
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a collaborative environment
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed

What We Offer

Real Career Growth

• Continued education, licensure support, and advanced technical training.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary ($90,000 - $125,000 based on experience)
• Annual discretionary profit-sharing bonuses
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA and flexible benefits
• Life and disability coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Strong support for professional development and continuing education

All offers are contingent on a background check meeting company standard.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.

Widseth is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affi...