Systems Design Engineer I/II – Hybrid Growth Opportunity

Vaa, Llc; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Bonuses

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

VAA is seeking a Systems Design Engineer to join a multidisciplinary team in Minneapolis, MN. You will help develop equipment layouts, system designs and coordinated facility plans, working with experienced engineers to deliver client projects.

The role emphasizes collaboration, practical design, site visits, and progressive responsibility. Graduation timelines of December 2026 or May 2027 are considered, with opportunities for travel and professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Feed Science and Management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biosystems Engineering or a related four-year engineering program.
• Graduating in December 2026 or May 2027, or recently graduated.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare process design documents, including models, drawings and specifications for equipment and systems.
• Prepare and edit drawings and specifications to meet VAA and client standards.
• Apply VAA design standards and quality control processes to project deliverables.
• Collaborate with engineering and design disciplines to coordinate multidisciplinary projects.
• Assist with technical reports, proposals, project scopes, schedules and budgets.
• Work directly with project teams to deliver accurate, high-quality design work.
• Visit project sites to verify existing conditions, take field measurements and identify design and coordination needs.
• Communicate project progress, challenges and successes with project leads.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Ability to work collaboratively

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Graduating in 2026/2027 or recent graduate

Tools

AutoCAD/Revit

Job description

VAA is seeking a Systems Design Engineer to join a multidisciplinary team in Minneapolis, MN. You will help develop equipment layouts, system designs and coordinated facility plans, working with experienced engineers to deliver client projects.

The role emphasizes collaboration, practical design, site visits, and progressive responsibility. Graduation timelines of December 2026 or May 2027 are considered, with opportunities for travel and professional development.