Electrical Engineer

Gradian Thermal Solutions; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental plans

401k matching

PTO with holidays & floating holidays

Safety shoe allowance

Education assistance

Company paid events

Job summary

Gradian Thermal Solutions, headquartered in Maple Grove, MN, seeks an Electrical Engineer to design and integrate control systems for liquid cooling equipment used in data centers. This role supports hardware design, documentation, testing, and NPD efforts under senior engineers.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, 0–2 years’ experience, and familiarity with AutoCAD. The position offers collaborative cross-functional work and opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• 0–2 years of relevant internship/co-op/project experience acceptable.
• Exposure to 2D CAD (AutoCAD preferred).
• Ability to create and maintain BOMs and communicate clearly in writing.

Responsibilities

• Support electrical design for power distribution, control panels, instrumentation, and VFD/pump interfaces.
• Create and update electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts/GA drawings, and cable schedules.
• Support prototype builds and troubleshoot wiring issues; document corrections.
• Contribute to test documentation including FAT/SAT checklists and test procedures.
• Collaborate with mechanical, thermal, and controls teams; maintain detailed engineering documentation.

Skills

Electrical design

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Gradian is an engineering-led, full-line thermal solutions partner serving data center and other mission-critical, commercial, and industrial markets. Headquartered in Maple Grove, MN, with additional facilities across North America, we design and manufacture liquid cooling systems, air handling equipment, heat rejection units, and modular, factory-assembled thermal management solutions.Gradian was founded through the unification of four complementary, established brands: MAS HVAC, Daedex, DeepCoolAI, and EcoChillers. Together, we act as a single-source provider, deploying cooling technologies as scalable systems optimized for efficiency, spatial constraints, and overall performance. With a vertically integrated engineering and manufacturing model, we pair rapid design turnaround with precision fabrication, so customers can move faster on complex projects where reliability, timeline, and quality all matter.Why work hereAt Gradian, you'll work alongside others who get genuinely fired up by complex problems, see your work go from first sketch to job site in weeks, not years, and know that while we're developing the technologies critical for AI infrastructure to scale, our culture remains people-first by design.It is core to our identity that we operate as one team — driving to win together, energizing others, and building lasting relationships that make the work fun and rewarding.Position Summary:The Electrical Engineer supports the electrical hardware design, integration, and programming of control systems for liquid cooling and related equipment. This role works under the guidance of senior engineering staff to implement well-defined tasks across controls hardware, controller, display, software, testing, and documentation. Supports new product development (NPD) for liquid cooling equipment used in data center applications. Contributes to electrical design documentation, component selection support, BOM creation, prototype build support, and verification activities under guidance from senior engineers.Key Responsibilities:Support electrical design for power distribution, control panels, instrumentation/sensors, and VFD/pump interfaces within shippable product units.Create and update electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts/GA drawings, and cable schedules using AutoCAD (preferred) or similar CAD tools.Build and maintain bills of materials (BOMs), including part documentation, alternates, and revision updates.Support prototype and pilot builds: verify wiring, assist with troubleshooting wiring issues, and document corrections.Contribute to test documentation including FAT/SAT checklists, test procedures, and inputs to O&M documentation.Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, thermal, and controls teams; maintain clear and detailed engineering documentation.Qualifications & Requirements:Required:Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or closely related).0–2 years of relevant experience (internship/co-op/project experience acceptable).Exposure to 2D CAD (AutoCAD preferred).Basic understanding of electrical wiring practices, instrumentation signals, and safe work practices.Ability to create and maintain BOMs and communicate clearly in written documentation.Preferred:Experience with control panels, instrumentation/sensors, VFDs, or pump systems.Any exposure to liquid cooling systems or data center equipment.Key Competencies:Detail-oriented with strong documentation and organizational skills.Hands-on troubleshooting mindset and willingness to learn.Ability to work collaboratively across mechanical, thermal, controls, manufacturing, and supply chain functions.Effective communication skills (written and verbal).Benefits:Medical, vision, and dental plansShort-term and long-term disability insuranceGroup term life insurance coverageHSA, FSA, and Dependent Care plans available8 paid holidays, 4 floating holidays, and generous PTO policy401k matchingCompany paid eventsAnnual safety shoe allowanceEducation assistance programEEO Statement:Gradian Thermal Solutions is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other legally protected status.Employment decisions at Gradian are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and actively promote a culture of fairness, equity, and opportunity.We also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances, in accordance with applicable laws.