Electrical Engineer

Electrical Association; Mounds View (MN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth & Development

Retirement benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

Wellness programs

Work-life balance

Flexible schedule

Employee referral program

Job summary

Excel Engineering is a full-service electrical engineering firm offering work across life sciences, consumer goods, chemical, oil & gas, and utilities. The role focuses on third-party field evaluations, development of scopes and estimates, and ensuring compliance with NEC, NFPA, and UL standards.

Excellent growth opportunities and a supportive team culture are emphasized. With a Bachelor's in EE and 3+ years of experience, you will create construction documents, perform field visits, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Industrial electrical code and installation experience in manufacturing, consumer goods, renewable energy, gas processing, chemical, power, waste management, or pharmaceutical industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform third-party field evaluations of unlabeled electrical equipment to recognized standards.
• Interface with clients to develop scopes and estimates for field evaluations.
• Develop and review diagrams, load lists, and protection schemes.
• Prepare construction documents for permitting and bidding, including interconnections and power distribution.
• Travel up to 25% as required by project needs.

Skills

Strong communication in English

Knowledge of NEC / NFPA / UL

Independent & team collaboration

PE license preferred

Education

ABET-accredited EE degree

Tools

SKM PowerTools

ETAP

PowerWorld

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN Electric P8

SEL Accelerator

SEL RTAC

SEL Relays

MS Office

Job description

Full-time

At Excel Engineering, we are the power behind our clients’ processes.

We are a full-service engineering consulting firm specializing in electrical engineering, industrial automation, and power systems. For over 30 years, we’ve partnered with leading companies across industries to deliver solutions that improve safety, efficiency, and performance.

Our work spans sectors including life sciences, consumer goods, chemical, oil & gas, and utilities, giving our team the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact projects.

What sets us apart is our approach, we build long-term partnerships by understanding our clients’ operations and acting as an extension of their team. If you’re looking to grow your skills, take on meaningful challenges, and make a real impact, Excel Engineering offers the opportunity to do just that.

Role Overview

• Perform third-party field evaluations of unlabeled electrical equipment to nationally recognized standards
• Interface with Clients to develop scopes and estimates for third-party field evaluations
• Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and UL standards, as well as electrical safety
• Ability to research and comprehend Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements for client locations
• Manage multiple equipment evaluation projects involving multiple Clients
• Prepare complete construction documents for permitting and bidding, including utility interconnections, power distribution, lighting, instrumentation, and fire alarm systems
• Develop and review one-line diagrams, motor load lists, electrical plan views, termination schedules, and panel schedules
• Specify, size, and select electrical equipment including transformers, switchgear, MCCs, motors, cables, and protective devices
• Design and coordinate electrical protection schemes, including overcurrent protection and protective relay settings
• Perform and oversee field site visits, construction observation, commissioning support, and system troubleshooting
• Willingness to travel up to 25%, as required by project needs

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) or more years of experience in electrical engineering
• Industrial electrical code and installation experience in the following industries is preferred: Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, Renewable Energy; Gas Processing, Chemical, Power, Waste Management, or Pharmaceutical.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited institution, or equivalent experience is required
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 Scale

Skills Applicable to the Role

• Excellent communication skills in English, both in words and in writing; ability to generate client communication correspondence and presentations
• Proficiency in SKM PowerTools, ETAP, PowerWorld or similar power system modeling software
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with individuals at all levels in a client-setting as well as within our organization in a team environment
• Strong working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA 70E, and other applicable standards
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical or Eplan Electric P8
• Experience with SEL Accelerator software, SEL RTAC and SEL Relays
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain licensure within one year
• Strong knowledge of MS Office

We offer…

• Growth & Development: Ongoing continuing education, hands-on training, and opportunities to expand your skills.
• Career Advancement Support: Assistance in earning professional certifications and pursuing further education.
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Wellness Focus: Access to programs designed to support your overall well-being.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off and flexible work environment
• Flexibility & Trust: A flexible schedule and work environment built around mutual trust and accountability.
• Share the Talent, Share the Rewards: We value great people recommending great people, which is why our employee referral program is designed to reward you continuously

We offer a competitive salary and great benefits. At Excel Engineering, we’re proud of our positive, high-performing culture where teamwork, continuous improvement, and a service-oriented mindset help us do our best work every day. If you enjoy a fast-paced and rewarding environment, you’ll love being part of our team!

Excel Engineering, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.

We value diverse perspectives and believe they strengthen our work, our teams, and the solutions we deliver to clients. We encourage candidates from backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in engineering to apply. If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources team at [e-mail].

$95,000 - $130,000