Electrical Engineer or EIT — Powering Projects

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Full Time Nelson-Rudie & Associates, Inc., Minneapolis, MN, US

30+ days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $85,000.00 To $ Annually

At Nelson Rudie, we elevate the built environment - together. We’re a consulting engineering firm known for practical, high-quality solutions and a culture built on integrity, teamwork, and problem-solving. If you’re motivated by purposeful work, strong collaboration, and the opportunity to shape buildings that stand the test of time, you’ll feel right at home here.

You won’t just produce drawings - you’ll influence project outcomes, mentor others, and bring buildings to life. Your expertise will help shape the performance, comfort, and longevity of the built environment for years to come.

• Employee-Owned: Be part of a 100% employee-owned firm with a legacy of excellence since 1976.
• Competitive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, ESOP, 401(k), bonus program, and flexible hours.
• Inclusive Culture: Fast-paced, energetic, and supportive environment where every voice matters.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible schedules, hybrid work arrangements, and commitment to your well-being.
• Impact: Work on diverse projects nationwide, making a real difference in communities.
• Opportunities to Grow: Opportunity to deepen your technical expertise and expand your leadership impact.
• Projects with
  
  Purpose:
  
  Your work directly enhances how people experience the spaces where they live, work, and connect.

As an experienced engineer or engineer-in-training (EIT), you’ll use your expertise to bring buildings to life. You’ll solve complex challenges, collaborate across disciplines, and see your work progress from early concepts to construction. You’ll design electrical systems including power, lighting, fire alarm and low voltage that support high-performance buildings and enhance the way people experience the built environment.

• Serve as the electrical lead to ensure design criteria, budgets, and schedules meet or exceed client expectations.
• Prepare plans, specifications, construction documents, bid packages, technical reports, and conduct proactive review of shop drawings and RFIs.
• Verify project documentation and close‑out tasks follow company standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by refining technical standards, best practices, and design processes.

• Manage multiple concurrent, larger-scope, and often complex projects with a focus on quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction.
• Develop and manage project schedules, milestones, staffing needs, deliverables, and ongoing project status.
• Provide clear, practical engineering recommendations to clients and maintain strong relationships through responsive communication and leadership.
• Engage in business development - supporting marketing efforts, maintaining regular contact with key clients and contributing to proposals.
• Partner closely with architects, owners, contractors, and internal engineering disciplines to ensure aligned scope, deliverables, and expectations.
• Participate in project meetings and represent mechanical engineering requirements with clarity and confidence.
• Support construction administration through timely communication and sound engineering judgment.
• Mentor junior team members, support knowledge sharing, and help strengthen overall team capability.
• Represent the company professionally with clients, industry partners, and key associations.
• Step in where needed to support firmwide initiatives and ensure exceptional project delivery.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in electrical engineering (PE, EIT, or EI certification required).
• Experienced in the design and analysis of complex electrical systems (e.g., controls, instrumentation, SCADA systems, power distribution systems) with a solid…