Senior Solar Electrical Engineer

Mortenson; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an Engineer III or IV in Minneapolis to design electrical systems for solar projects and manage relationships with clients. The role involves leading teams, coordinating with EPC, and ensuring compliance with electrical standards across 90–500+ MWdc scales.

The position offers growth into more complex leadership responsibilities and requires hands-on design experience, strong communication, and travel up to 25%. Compensation is determined by experience and location.

Qualifications

• Design and lead electrical systems for utility-scale solar projects.
• Coordinate with civil/structural and EPC teams to align electrical design.
• Demonstrate knowledge of NEC, NESC and IEEE standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for solar electrical design on large projects.
• Review submittals and RFIs to ensure compliance with design drawings.
• Collaborate with field teams to translate design changes into installation.
• Lead design reviews and mentor junior engineers.
• Coordinate with owners and vendors to advance design progress.
• Perform loss calculations and grounding studies as needed.

Skills

Solar design

Electrical engineering

Leadership

Communication

Travel up to 25%

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

EIT certification

PE license preferred

Tools

ASPEN

ETAP

PSSE

CDEGS

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Mortenson is seeking an Engineer III or IV in Minneapolis to design electrical systems for solar projects and manage relationships with clients. The role involves leading teams, coordinating with EPC, and ensuring compliance with electrical standards across 90–500+ MWdc scales.

The position offers growth into more complex leadership responsibilities and requires hands-on design experience, strong communication, and travel up to 25%. Compensation is determined by experience and location.