Electrical Design Engineer

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team. You will be part of a group of engineers dedicated to high quality work, value‑add solutions, skill development, and career growth.

Innovation, problem solving, integrity and collaboration are a few things you’ll experience and represent while working with Applied. If you appreciate a challenge, variety, and a quicker pace then we would like to get to know you better.

Award Winning – Employee Owned – Comprehensive Benefits

Relocation Assistance – Ownership Opportunity – Continuing Education Support

Applied Engineering is a 100% employee‑owned engineering and technology consulting company dedicated to providing exceptional talent and technology. We have won numerous awards, including Best Place to Work and Top Place to Intern. Our unique company culture blends top talent, total technology, and absolute adaptability. We offer a career trajectory few others can match, with opportunities to take on roles and projects aligned with your skills and interests.

In addition, we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including a competitive salary; 401k retirement plan; paid time off; paid holidays; tuition reimbursement; medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options; plus a flexible work schedule.

$86,000 - $100,000, DOE

As a Electrical Design Engineer in Burnsville, MN, you may: design custom power distribution equipment following UL 1008, UL 508, UL 891 and UL 1558 standards; ensure custom designs align with manufacturing capabilities, compliance, and customer specifications; improve engineering efficiency through workflows, automations, and cross‑functional collaboration; manage electrical design documentation and Bill of Materials (BOMs) through PLM, ERP, and/or Engineering Vault systems;

define electrical specifications and component selection for switchgears, switchboards, transfer switches, load banks, and generators; investigate emerging technologies in power distribution, energy storage, and/or smart grid systems, and work collaboratively with suppliers and other Applied partners.

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering required
• Proficiency with Solid Works or AutoCAD Electrical design software
• Experience with product documentation to support manufacturing
• Ability to design safe and effective tests for powered prototypes
• A minimum of one year of related engineering experience; internships and co‑ops can be considered for this position
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Code, derivative standards, and codes for grid‑connected systems
• Experience crafting Bills of Materials (BOMs) for a product
• Knowledge of E‑Plan a plus

• Capable of working independently and as a team member
• Strong work ethic and unwavering integrity
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindset
• Curiosity, problem solving, and analytical thinking
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Desire to work on a variety of projects

Please consider joining Applied’s team of talented employees!

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We regret that we do not offer sponsorship.

Applied Engineering is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.