Senior Electrical Engineer

Ziegler Cat; Monticello (MN); On-site; USD 109,700 - 164,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company contribution

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Competitive pay range

Job summary

Ziegler Cat is seeking a Senior Electrical Power Engineer to lead technical design and system integration projects across energy infrastructure.

This role will focus on Battery Energy Storage Systems, Solar PV, and EV charging systems, with responsibilities including developing design packages and conducting studies. A Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and PE license are required.

The position offers a competitive pay and extensive benefits, including 15 days paid time off and health insurance.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience in LV/MV power distribution.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Strong focus on safety-by-design principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop complete electrical design packages including single-line diagrams.
• Lead technical design of DC Fast Charging sites.
• Conduct or facilitate protection and control studies.

Skills

Electric Power Distribution

System Integration

Technical Design

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

ETAP

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Ziegler Energy Solutions is seeking a Senior Electrical Power Engineer to lead technical design and system integration across distributed generation and energy infrastructure projects, focusing on Battery Energy Storage Systems, Solar PV, and high‑capacity EV charging systems.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Develop complete electrical design packages, including single‑line diagrams, equipment specifications, load summaries, and integration details for BESS, Solar PV, and EV charging infrastructure.
• Lead technical design of DC Fast Charging (DCFC) sites, including load calculations, transformer and switchgear sizing, site power distribution, and thermal/ventilation considerations.
• Provide technical validation to Sales Engineers on equipment selection, system configuration, and feasibility during pre‑construction.
• Support Project Managers and field teams with engineering clarification, RFIs, and real‑time design adjustments during installation.
• Conduct or facilitate protection and control studies, ensuring proper device coordination and distribution system reliability.
• Integrate BESS, Solar PV, and EV charging systems into microgrid or hybrid architectures, including inverter‑based resource (IBR) configuration and functional sequencing.
• Perform or facilitate engineering studies such as short‑circuit, arc flash, load flow, grounding, and harmonics.
• Ensure design compliance with NEC, NESC, and IEEE standards and prepare technical inputs for utility interconnection applications.
• Mentor junior engineering staff, lead peer reviews, and uphold engineering quality standards across all deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an ABET‑accredited institution.
• 4+ years of relevant experience in LV/MV power distribution, protective relaying, and distributed energy resource integration.
• 4+ years of experience in power and energy systems.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Proficiency with ETAP, AutoCAD, and/or Revit.
• Strong communication skills to translate complex engineering topics to non‑technical stakeholders and field personnel.
• Prior experience managing utility‑scale interconnection processes and requirements preferred.
• Knowledge of EV charging standards, load‑management strategies, and demand‑response programs preferred.
• Strong focus on safety‑by‑design and system reliability principles.
• Prior experience with HOMER, Energy Toolbase, Helioscope preferred.
• Working knowledge of applicable electrical and energy storage standards, including NFPA (70, 70E, 855), UL (9540(A), 1741, 891, 1558, 2202(EVCharging)), and IEEE/ANSI (1547, C37, C57).
• Must maintain a clean driving record.
• Travel up to 20%.

Minimum Physical Requirements

• Standing, walking, using hands, talking, hearing.

Benefits

• Competitive pay range $109,700 – $164,500 depending on skills, experience, education, and location (may vary by 10%).
• 15 days paid time off in the first year, accruing from day1.
• 9 paid holidays annually.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company contribution and match.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with up to $1,000 tax‑free contribution annually by Ziegler.
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid parental leave and funeral leave.
• Fitness membership discount.
• Education assistance and ongoing professional development.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Ziegler Inc. will reasonably accommodate the known disabilities of qualified disabled individuals.