Design Engineer, Electrical - Airfield Lighting & Power Distribution

TKDA; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Annual discretionary bonuses

401(k) match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

TKDA, located in Bloomington, MN, is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design electrical systems for airport operations. You will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team on projects related to power distribution and airfield lighting.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and at least two years of relevant experience. TKDA offers a hybrid work environment along with comprehensive health benefits and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of progressive experience in power, lighting, and signal system design.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical systems including panel boards and transformers.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical components for power distribution and airfield lighting.
• Perform construction administration and inspection duties.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on airport projects.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Office Suite

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Electrical Engineer

Our employee‑owned and integrated team of multi‑disciplined engineering and design professionals is looking for an Electrical Engineer who has an interest in or prior experience designing a variety of electrical systems for airfield / airport operations including lighting, controls, and power distribution for commercial and general aviation airports.

As a member of our team, you will work alongside a multi‑disciplined group of Architectural, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, and Structural professionals to provide an array of services on various airport and aviation projects. You will work on various electrical and multi‑disciplined projects.

Hybrid Work Environment

Tuesdays - Thursdays In‑Office; Mondays & Fridays work‑from‑home. The ideal candidate will be in regular commuting distance of our Bloomington office.

Responsibilities

Design electrical components related to power distribution, control systems, emergency generators, NAVAIDS, airfield lighting, and security and communications systems. Perform construction administration and inspection/observation duties.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum of 2 years of progressive experience in power, lighting, and signal system design for commercial and industrial facilities
• Previous experience with basic layout and design of electrical distribution equipment including panel boards, transformers, lighting, fire alarm, security, data
• Previous design experience with 208/120 and 480/277 volt systems
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel)
• Experience/knowledge working with Mechanical, Civil, Structural, and Architectural disciplines
• Strong interpersonal and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to participate in discussions during project team meetings and client consultations
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered as a Professional Engineer in one or more states
• Previous experience with business development responsibilities; scoping electrical design for proposals, fee estimates for electrical design, and interview participation
• Aviation electrical system design experience including airport lighting, signage, series circuit, controls, NAVAIDS, power distribution, stand‑by generators, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and communication systems
• Previous experience with FAA Advisory Circulars and Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC)
• Previous experience with private owner underground/overhead medium voltage (13.8kV) site power distribution
• Previous experience with industrial power system designs for motor and process equipment control including motor control full voltage, soft start, and variable frequency drives

Benefits

Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one.

Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses.

HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA‑eligible plan.

401(k) Match: Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals.

ESOP: Benefit from Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits.

Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on professional experience and eight paid holidays per year.

Employee Owned Firm

At our company, every employee is an owner. From the front desk to the corner office, every one of our 430+ professionals thrive on collaboration and holistic development. Our success is collective, and so are the rewards.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

TKDA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, all applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

Work Authorization

All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future visa sponsorship needs or requirements. TKDA does not sponsor any type of employment visas, including but not limited to H‑1B, F‑1 OPT/CPT, TN, or other work authorization programs.

Pre‑Employment Screening

Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre‑employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.

Recruiter and Agency Policy

TKDA will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or placement agencies unless a service agreement is in place. In the event TKDA receives an unsolicited resume without a service agreement in place, TKDA will not be obligated to pay a service fee of any amount nor will TKDA be held liable to terms or conditions under any agreement of any kind that has not been authorized in writing by a TKDA officer.

Compensation Range

The listed salary range reflects only the starting base pay range for candidates with 2–10 years of related experience. Compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and responsibilities.