Process Controls/Electrical Technician (Hybrid)

About the role

We are currently hiring Process Controls/Electrical Technicians in our Origination, Processing, and Manufacturing sectors, where we provide structural designs for a wide range of industries. This is an opportunity to join a team of experienced Engineers and Designers who partner effectively to deliver value to our clients and propel our company. Diverse and sustainable company growth equates to a wealth of opportunities to learn new skills, take on new responsibilities, develop a successful career, and eventually grow into people, project, and/or client management roles.

Under the direction of a Designer or Senior Designer you will:

• Work with other Designers and Engineers to produce quality drawings for a variety of project types from concept phase through construction documents.
• Set up plans, sections, and details to specified drafting standards.
• Identify redlines on drawings created by others and accurately make required changes.
• Utilize software with increasing efficiency and depth of understanding.
• Undertake increasingly complex design tasks and responsibilities with a commitment to continuous learning and technical development.

Requirements

• Certificate in construction-related design/drafting or higher.
• OR at least 1 year of directly related experience drafting control systems, documentation such as PLC I/O lists, wiring diagrams, terminal layouts, schematics, and panel layouts.
• Basic knowledge of National Electric Code (NEC).

Pay

Starting hourly range: $22.00 – $29.00. A variety of factors are considered when determining an offer, including but not limited to market data, geographic location, experience, and specialized skills.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Profit-sharing
• 401(k)
• Paid leave
• Flexible schedule options
• Onsite gym
• Employee Assistance Program
• Charitable PTO to volunteer for organizations you're passionate about
• Ongoing professional development, including mentoring, online learning, and tuition reimbursement

About the company

VAA is an Engineering, Planning, and Design firm specializing in commercial projects, bulk commodity-handling facilities, and structures for value-added processing, manufacturing, and distribution. With nearly a half-century of excellence, VAA is one of the industry's leading firms, serving a diverse portfolio of clients ranging from multinational corporations to local municipalities to individual farms and businesses.

At VAA, we're committed to building community from within and making a difference in the communities where we live and work. Join your peers for events like chili cookoffs, homebrew tastings, or our annual Community Caring Campaign. We offer fun opportunities for friendly competition and support work/life balance through flexible schedules and an award-winning workplace culture, recognized by USA Today as a national 2024, 2025, and 2026 Top Workplace USA and by the Star Tribune as one of Minnesota's Top 200 Workplaces (2022/2023/2024/2025).