Senior Electrical Engineer

Apex-Engineering-Group-1; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid parental leave

FSAs and HSAs

Paid time off

Disability coverage

Employee wellness program

Job summary

Apex Engineering Group is seeking a Sr. Electrical Engineer in Fargo, ND to lead design and project execution from planning through construction.

The role includes independent contribution and field representation as needed, with opportunities to mentor team members and coordinate with clients. Applicants should have a PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months, 10+ years in electrical projects across commercial, healthcare, and educational facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Professional Engineer Registration (ND or MN preferred) required or able to obtain within 6 months.
• 10+ years of experience as an electrical project engineer preferred.
• Experience with electrical systems in commercial, health care, and educational facilities.
• Experience with civil electrical and water/wastewater electrical engineering is a plus.
• Experience with process instrumentation and control engineering is a plus.
• Experience with industrial clients is a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical engineering design; familiar with codes and standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to prepare specifications and contract documents.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Experience as a project lead on complex, multi-discipline engineering design projects.
• Proficient in MS Windows/Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD 2017 or newer; Revit experience a plus.
• A valid driver's license or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional electrical engineering services for internal project managers and external clients across planning, design, specifications, plans, reports, construction observation, and project management.
• Communicate updates and progress with project managers through planning and design phases (30%, 60%, 90%, 100%).
• Attend company, project, and client meetings as directed by supervision.
• Handle difficult or confrontational situations with clients/contractors as directed.
• Delegate and supervise tasks to CAD/BIM Technicians, Graduate Engineers, and Field Technicians.
• Follow company CADD/BIM procedures and client procedures when required.
• Adhere to employee handbook and safety policies.
• Work independently and in a team environment; participate in professional organizations and community leadership.
• Travel and out-of-town stays may be required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical design

Project leadership

Communication skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Field work

Windows Office

Education

Bachelor or Master in Electrical Eng

Professional Engineer license (ND/MN)

10+ years experience

Tools

AutoCAD 2017+

Revit

MS Office

Job description

Office Location: Fargo, ND

Position Description

The primary responsibilities of a Sr. Electrical Engineer position includes working as a key team member on projects from the planning phase through design and construction. A Sr. Electrical Engineer shall be capable of independently and collaboratively contributing to the design and development of project plans and specifications at various stages of the project schedule while working with project team members. Additional responsibilities may include taking on the role of the project engineer/representative in the field during the construction of projects as directed by your supervisor.

Essential Tasks and Duties

• Provide professional electrical engineering services for internal project managers and external clients by providing: planning, design, specifications, plans, reports, construction observation and project management.
• Communicate frequently and effectively with project managers on a consistent basis by providing updates and progress during all phases of projects (planning, and 30%, 60%, 90% and 100% design).
• Attend company meetings, project meetings and client meetings as directed by your supervisor.
• Effectively deal with potentially difficult or confrontational situations with clients and/or contractors as directed by internal project managers or supervisor.
• Delegate and supervise project tasks to CADD/BIM Technicians, Graduate Engineers, and Field Technicians on the project team.
• Understand and follow company CADD/BIM procedures and client CADD/BIM procedures when required.
• Understand and follow company employee handbook and mandated safety policies.
• Perform responsibilities in a conscientious, legal and ethical manner with a strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Participate in professional organizations and community leadership programs as requested.
• Travel and out-of-town stays may be required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Professional Engineer Registration (ND or MN preferred) required or the ability to obtain registration within 6 months.
• 10 plus years of experience as an electrical project engineer preferred.
• Experience with electrical systems within commercial, health care, and educational facilities.
• Experience with Civil electrical and water/wastewater electrical engineering is a plus.
• Experience with process instrumentation and control engineering is a plus.
• Experience with industrial clients is a plus.
• Must have advanced knowledge of electrical engineering design and be familiar with applicable codes, standards, and acceptable industry practices. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required with the ability to prepare written specifications and contract documents.
• Must be detail orientated, and self-motivated with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Must have experience as a project lead on complex, multi-disciplined engineering design projects.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Windows/Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD 2017 or newer.
• Revit experience a plus.
• A valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one is required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to operate a computer under normal ergonomic office conditions.
• Required to work in an outdoor environment during construction season.
• Required to lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Must work scheduled and required hours as agreed to with Supervisor.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements described here are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks and duties.

Benefits

We're looking for experience, entrepreneurs and enthusiasm. Apex Engineering Group believes that every employee plays an important role in our company's success and that is why we strive to provide our employees with a benefits program that rewards them for their hard work and dedication they put forth everyday:

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

1. Performance-based bonuses
2. Health, dental, and vision insurance
3. Life insurance
4. 401(k) plan with employer match and profit-sharing contribution
5. Paid parental leave
6. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
7. Paid time off
8. Short- and long-term disability coverage
9. Employee wellness program

Salary Base Pay Range: $125k - $150k (Actual base pay is dependent on several factors, including experience, education, licensure, job location, and internal equity.)

EOE/AA

Please [e-mail] any questions.