Senior Electrical Engineer

Stratus®; Mendota Heights (MN); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401k with match

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Stratus® is seeking a Sr. Electrical Engineer to lead electrical power systems design across projects and coordinate with other engineering disciplines. The role involves ensuring quality, managing drawings, specifications, and interfacing with clients from proposal through execution.

The candidate should have a BSc in electrical engineering with 10+ years in petrochemical/oil & gas/power sectors and a PE license. Strong knowledge of NFPA, IEEE, and area classifications is essential.

Qualifications

• BSc in electrical engineering with ≥10 years’ petrochemical/oil & gas/power/metallurgical experience.
• PE license required; ability to register with NCEES and in other states.
• Lead quality management of discipline work processes and deliverables.
• Power system studies (short circuit, load flow, protective coordination, arc flash) with SKM/ETAP/EasyPower.
• Specify large electrical equipment (transformers, switchgear, MCCs, VFDs) and related devices.
• NFPA/NEMA/IEEE/IEC codes knowledge; strong client interaction and teamwork.
• Consulting experience preferred; TWIC eligibility a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical power systems deliverables including one-line, three-line, schematics, cabling, grounding documents.
• Size and select electrical equipment; develop specifications and data sheets.
• Design lighting, grounding, cable tray; size conduit, wires, and motors.
• Review shop drawings; interface with suppliers, clients and other disciplines.
• Prepare construction drawings and specification packages.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Team collaboration

Project coordination

Education

BSc in electrical engineering

MSc a plus

Tools

SKM

ETAP

EasyPower

Job description

About Stratus Stratus® is an integrated, multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, interior design, and consulting firm. Consistently ranking among the Top 500 Design Firms in Engineering News-Record, the firm offers a deep bench of industry experts through a highly collaborative approach, delivering innovative solutions across the full project lifecycle. Operating coast to coast, Stratus® serves clients nationwide while maintaining a strategic commitment to supporting high-growth economies and building vibrant communities that foster the professional growth of its team. Serving public- and private-sector clients, the firm is dedicated to delivering the highest-quality service wherever projects take shape. Across the Civic, Commercial, Industrial, Transportation, Education, Water Resources, and Government sectors, we bring precision, insight, and purpose to every project, from targeted renovations to large-scale infrastructure. Stratus® designs spaces, systems, and solutions that perform, endure, and make an impact, delivering on our promise of Better Plans. Better Places.

Stratus has recently partnered with Kestrel Engineering and we’re hiring a Sr. Electrical Engineer.

This position will support all project phases, with particular focus in detailed engineering. It will be assigned as electrical engineering lead for projects and will be responsible for coordination and ensuring effective communications with other engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for development of electrical power systems engineering deliverables including one-line, three-line, schematic and connections drawings, cabling and grounding systems, and other related documents.
• Responsible for sizing and selection of electrical equipment, including development of specifications and data sheets.
• Responsible for lighting, lightning, grounding, and cable tray design, including sizing conduit, wires and motors.
• Responsible for reviewing electrical shop drawings and data. Interface with suppliers, clients, other engineering disciplines and designers.
• Responsible for preparation of construction drawing and specification packages.

Qualifications

• BSc in electrical engineering with minimum of 10 years’ experience in petrochemical, oil & gas, power generation and/or metallurgical/mineral process industries. MSc a plus.
• PE license required with ability to register with NCEES and in other States of company practice required.
• Ability to lead quality management of discipline work processes and deliverables.
• Ability to perform power system studies, including short circuit, load flow, protective coordination and arc flash using software tools (e.g., SKM, ETAP, EasyPower).
• Ability to specify large electrical apparatus including transformers, switchgear, motor control centers, variable frequency drives, power conditioning equipment and other related devices.
• Protective relaying design expertise a plus.
• Experience in conducting area classification assessments, interpreting relevant codes (e.g., API, NFPA) and developing engineering designs consistent with area classification requirements.
• Knowledge of applicable model codes addressing electrical design/engineering (e.g., NFPA, NEMA, IEEE, IEC).
• Strong communication skills, with ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment.
• Capable of working directly with clients from proposal development through project execution.
• Previous consulting experience is strongly preferred.

Preferred

• Eligibility to obtain or currently hold a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).

Why you’ll love Stratus

• A team-oriented environment that values transparency, creativity, and shared success
• Meaningful career paths, leadership opportunities, and space to specialize
• Learning & Development – Education and Professional Licensing
• We believe flexible, hybrid work supports the balance and well-being our team deserves
• Excellent Health Care Programs – Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance options for employees, spouses, and dependents
• 401k Retirement Plan with employer match
• Paid Holidays & Competitive PTO plans

Interested in learning more about Stratus, please visit https://www.stratusteam.com/.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Stratus is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Stratus Team’s management Team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.