Electrical Engineer I – Precon/Design Phase

Mortenson

. Serve as the electrical single point of contact in support of projects in Design Phase .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Minnesota • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $80,900 - $109,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical engineering with a focus on high voltage systems, project management, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to engage with stakeholders, manage project schedules, and provide technical guidance throughout the design and construction phases.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Electrical EngineeringHigh Voltage Experience - 34.5kV To 500kVSubstation Electrical ExperienceStrong Communication And Negotiation SkillsProject Management

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Hard Skills

Electrical DesignBid Package PreparationRegulatory Approval AssistanceLoad Flow StudiesConstructability ReviewProject SchedulingTechnical AdviceSite-Specific PlanningStormwater RequirementsSupplier Relationship Management

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationNegotiation SkillsAbility To Balance Multiple Workstreams

Industry Keywords

UtilityTransmissionRenewable EnergyElectrical OperationsProject Proposal Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the electrical single point of contact in support of projects in Design Phase
Take defined scopes of work and engage external trade partners to solicit and evaluate bids
Lead customers through conceptual plans and layouts to finalize Scopes of Work
Create and manage project schedules and key milestones
Assist in regulatory approval and permitting processes
Participate in design meetings and contribute technical advice and design plans
Coordinate with buyers and supply chain on material and equipment plans
Assist with project proposal development
Prepare bid packages and contract manuals for subcontractors and suppliers
Handle sequencing, land constraints, stormwater requirements, and site-specific planning factors
Support system-level studies including short circuit, reactive power and load flow, harmonics, TOV, and TRV
Review drawings for constructability, accuracy, and code compliance
Collaborate with Electrical Operations on transition, testing, and commissioning

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
Minimum 2+ years of relevant substation electrical experience in the utility, transmission, or renewable energy space
High voltage experience - 34.5kV to 500kV
Direct Supplier relationships and experience preferred
Comfortable working directly with a wide range of customer types - internal, external, and partner organizations
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Ability to balance multiple concurrent workstreams across an approximately 18-month pre-construction cycle
Location or ability to relocate to the greater Twin Cities area
Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
Dental plan
401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption Assistance
Gym Membership Discount Program
Incentive plan eligibility