Senior Electrical Designer or Engineer

Emanuelson-Podas; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 97,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Emanuelson-Podas seeks a Senior Electrical Designer/Engineer to lead design and delivery of electrical systems for building projects in Minneapolis. You will guide teams, ensure codes and standards are met, and coordinate with owners, architects, and other disciplines.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, QA reviews, and mentoring junior staff, with a focus on load calculations, drawings, specifications, and construction documents, while maintaining client relationships and meeting project

Qualifications

• Authorization to work in the US
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited program
• Currently residing in Minneapolis, MN area
• 8+ years of relevant electrical design or project management experience
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design efforts for projects of varying size and complexity.
• Develop comprehensive, code-compliant electrical system designs including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and control systems.
• Perform load calculations, short circuit and voltage drop analysis, and energy code compliance reviews.
• Oversee the creation of detailed electrical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Conduct facility assessments, feasibility studies, and site verifications.
• Provide technical direction, review, and quality assurance for design documents prepared by others.
• Apply and enforce EP design and drafting standards to ensure consistency and accuracy.

Skills

Project leadership

Electrical design

Client coordination

Mentoring juniors

Communication skills

Education

ABET-accredited EE degree

PE license

Job description

The Senior Electrical Designer or Engineer leads the design, development, and delivery of high-quality electrical systems for a variety of building and facility projects. This role requires strong technical knowledge, leadership, and collaboration to guide design teams and ensure all work meets applicable codes, standards, and project objectives.

Design & Technical Leadership

• Lead electrical design efforts for projects of varying size and complexity.
• Develop comprehensive, code-compliant electrical system designs including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and control systems.
• Perform load calculations, short circuit and voltage drop analysis, and energy code compliance reviews.
• Oversee the creation of detailed electrical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Conduct facility assessments, feasibility studies, and site verifications.
• Provide technical direction, review, and quality assurance for design documents prepared by others.
• Apply and enforce EP design and drafting standards to ensure consistency and accuracy.

Project Management & Client Coordination

• Plan, organize, and manage electrical design or engineering tasks throughout all phases of a project from concept through construction.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, and other engineering disciplines to ensure coordinated, constructible designs.
• Lead project meetings, communicate design intent clearly, and address client and contractor inquiries.
• Prepare schematic design reports, design narratives, and addenda documentation.
• Offer responsive construction administration services including RFI and submittal reviews.
• Maintain strong client relationships through reliability, responsiveness, and technical excellence.
• Manage multiple projects and competing priorities effectively while meeting deadlines.

Team Development & Mentorship

• Mentor and coach junior engineers and designers, providing technical and professional development guidance.
• Break down complex concepts to help others understand design intent and system interactions.
• Perform routine project quality reviews and use these opportunities to train staff.
• Share expertise in electrical technologies, energy codes, and emerging design practices.
• Promote a culture of learning and teamwork.

Document Production & Tools

• Ensure construction documents are complete, coordinated, and in compliance with EP standards.
• Maintain organized digital files and ensure proper recordkeeping and documentation control.
• Support the integration of new tools and workflows that improve efficiency and project outcomes.

Professional Responsibility & Leadership

• Lead by example through innovation, accountability, and professionalism.
• Maintain approachability and open communication within the team and with clients.
• Demonstrate self-awareness in interactions, feedback, and decision-making.
• Manage workload proactively and demonstrate accountability for quality and performance.
• Participate actively in meetings, discussions, and collaborative design reviews.
• Balance project responsibilities with continued professional development and well-being.

Requirements

WE DO NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM RECRUITERS OR THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES

• Authorization to work in the US. No visa sponsorship available.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited program or a related field
• Currently residing in Minneapolis, MN area
• 8+ years of relevant electrical design or project management experience
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Electrical Engineer candidates must have an active Professional Engineer (PE) license

Salary Description

$97,000 - $130,000+