Electrical Engineer IV

Electrical Engineer IV role at LAKE SUPERIOR CONSULTING

Locations:
Duluth, MN | Minneapolis–St. Paul, MN | Omaha, NE | Houston, TX | Pittsburgh, PA | Nashville, TN. Remote candidates also considered.

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.

• 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, switch gear, 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.

• 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 Auto Desk software;
  Cad Worx Electrical experience preferred.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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

Lake Superior Consulting is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity 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.