Electrical Engineer IV

Lake Superior Consulting is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our team!

Lake Superior Consulting (LSC) is growing and seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer (Controls) to support multi-disciplinary projects primarily in the energy sector. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex electrical and controls engineering efforts while collaborating with a highly skilled, multi-discipline team.

Location:

Duluth, MN | Minneapolis–St. Paul, MN | Omaha, NE | Houston, TX | Pittsburgh, PA | Nashville, TN

Remote candidates will also be considered #hybrid #remote

Position Overview

The Electrical Engineer (Controls) is responsible for executing the electrical engineering scope on moderate to large industrial projects. This includes leading design efforts, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, managing technical and financial aspects of projects, and ensuring successful delivery through all phases of design and construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead moderate to large-sized electrical and controls projects, providing technical direction and decision-making on complex issues
• Coordinate with multi-discipline design teams to deliver complete, high-quality construction documents
• Develop power and controls drawings, specifications, and supporting documentation
• Perform engineering calculations, studies, detailed designs, reports, and design reviews
• Design and review complex control systems including PLCs, SCADA, instrumentation, control panels, control narratives, cause & effect diagrams, and network architectures
• Design and support electrical power systems including high, medium, and low voltage systems, switchgear, MCCs, drives, emergency power, service entrances, and power distribution
• Manage project scope changes, identify risks, and support development of mitigation strategies
• Oversee internal staff and external contractors while maintaining schedule and financial control
• Communicate effectively with project managers, clients, vendors, and contractors
• Provide field support during construction as needed
  
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
• 5 years of related electrical engineering experience
• Industrial electrical control systems and/or power system design experience
• Direct experience supporting industrial facilities
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA 70E, API, and AGA recommended practices
• Understanding of electrical area classification (hazardous areas)
• Experience with AutoDesk software; CadWorx Electrical experience preferred
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience with arc flash hazard analysis and electrical equipment upgrades
• Field experience supporting projects during construction
• Broad electrical background including controls systems and/or motor control centers
  
  
  

Personal Competencies

• Ability to think conceptually and drive projects from conception through implementation
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to lead project teams
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Self-motivated with a commitment to delivering high-quality, technically sound designs
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a willingness to learn
  
  
  

Be Part of Something Bigger – Join the Team at Lake Superior Consulting!

At LSC, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with top-tier talent and take on meaningful projects in industries including Liquids and Natural Gas, Power, Mining, Water and Wastewater, Renewables, and Manufacturing.

If you’re driven, curious, and ready to grow your career while making a difference, we want to hear from you.

Lake Superior Consulting offers a competitive compensation package. The actual starting salary will be determined based on a variety of factors, including your skills, experience, and office/market location. The anticipated salary range for this position is $95,000-$132,800.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible work options
• 401K/Profit Sharing (6% company match)
• Company paid life, AD&D, and short/long term disability
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays (twelve per year)
• Tuition reimbursement
  
  
  

Bias-Free Hiring Practices:

Lake Superior Consulting is proud to be an Equal Employment employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.