Engineer Senior - Lead

About the role

This role provides professional and technical leadership to a team composed of electrical and mechanical engineers and designers. As an engineer at Minnesota Power, your work will have an impact on climate, customers, and communities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, direct, and provide technical leadership to electrical and mechanical engineering team members
• Lead projects and guide internal teams, consultants, vendors, and contractors to ensure successful project execution
• Develop the engineering team and serve as a technical consultant and advisor across departments on generation and enterprise-scale capital projects
• Develop and maintain credible and strong relationships with internal customers, consultants, contractors, vendors, government agencies, external customers, and the public in both an office and field setting
• Develop and manage critical project elements including estimates, budgets, schedules, procurement, regulatory compliance, risk registers, design, implementation, project management, construction management, documentation and interdepartmental coordination
• Analyze operational data and system events to help maintain reliability while recommending equipment and process improvements
• Oversee company employees, interns, engineering consultants, and contractors to implement projects

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from ABET AEC accredited program
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state of Minnesota is required. A master’s degree in engineering may be equivalent for up to 1 year of related experience
• Self-motivated and capable of working both independently and collaboratively in team settings
• Proven ability to lead teams, develop and create growth opportunities for individuals while fostering positive working relationships
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel to project sites
• Occasional after hours and out of town travel is required

Qualifications

• Experience in electric utility engineering is preferred
• Capital project management experience strongly preferred
• Experience with utility infrastructure, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional leadership is preferred

Skills

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficient in project management tools and techniques
• Knowledge of utility engineering principles and practices

Benefits

The position qualifies for a comprehensive benefits package, including an Incentive Program, Retirement Benefits, Medical, Dental & Vision Plans, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences, and more.

Pay

The expected annual compensation range for this position is $110,000 - $137,000. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions.

Schedule

The position is based in Duluth, MN with occasional travel to project sites.