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Construction Senior Electrical Engineer - Solar

Mortenson Construction
Minneapolis, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/9/2026

Mortenson is currently seeking a Construction Senior Electrical Engineer - Solar that will provide electrical technical support throughout the entire construction project.

Location: Must be open to any location in the continental United States.

Travel: This is a 100% travel position; locations may vary based on the project. Mortenson hires for a career and not a project. When your project is complete you will be assigned to another project.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide technical lead and support for electrical portions of work projects

  • Determine best layout of collection systems considering constraints (overhead/underground, roads/cross country, junction box locations)

  • Review manufacturer's data for electrical scope (wiring requirements, electrical characteristics, grounding, power factor, lightning protection, generator outputs)

  • Verify construction aligns with electrical engineering design drawings, including preparatory meetings and QA/QC

  • Lead electrical engineering design and equipment procurement through submittals, transmittals, and RFIs

  • Provide technical expertise to all parties involved

  • Ensure subcontractors understand project scope during bidding and provide electrical engineering support throughout the project

  • Communicate with local utilities for grid interconnection

  • Perform loss calculations (100% output/annualized)

  • Develop one-line diagrams of collection systems and substations, and standard electrical construction details

  • Maintain relationships with site visitors (customers, architects, union representatives, subcontractors)

  • Run site work and logistics efficiently, offering improvement suggestions

  • Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels

  • Lead by example, provide effective coaching and feedback, and manage performance

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

  • Minimum three years in electrical construction management or electrical design

  • Current driver's license

  • Basic understanding of construction law and business practices

  • Working knowledge of NEC code and NE safety code a plus

  • Basic understanding of construction techniques and project management practices

  • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office, project, and web applications

  • Active listening skills and effective communication

  • Ability to travel up to 100%

  • Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans

A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25 hours / week)

  • 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 conciergewith extensive work-life resources

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Adoption Assistance

  • Gym Membership Discount Program

The base pay range for this role is $102,000 - $137,700 (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.

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Please make note:

  • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

  • Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Let's Redefine Possible

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

  • Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations.No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.

  • Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.


Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.

 

Salary : $102,000 - $137,700

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