Engineer: Build Sustainable in Utilities

Engineering Candidate Pool

This post is for a Candidate Pool and not a specific position. Positions may become available at any time. The Candidate Pool will be used to refer applicants to open positions for consideration. Human Resources will process applications against active jobs on the day the job opens. Once deemed qualified, your name and application will be sent to the Hiring Manager for review.

Minnesota Power, an ALLETE company, is an electric utility headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota. We provide electricity in a 26,000-square-mile service area in northeastern Minnesota to 150,000 customers, including 14 municipal systems and some of the nation’s largest industrial customers. Minnesota Power is committed to a sustainable future for the climate, our customers and our communities while delivering safe and reliable energy.

We play a unique and significant role in ALLETE’s sustainability‑in‑action strategy. Our culture drives excellence through our shared values of integrity, safety, people, and the planet.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Candidates completing their degree by June 30, 2026 may be considered for applicable positions

Job classification is dependent upon the level of job related experience.

A Master’s degree in engineering may be equivalent to up to one year of related experience.

• Engineer I:
  No experience required; utility engineering intern experience preferred
• Engineer II:
  Four years or more related engineering experience OR two years or more related engineering experience PLUS certification as an Engineer‑in‑Training
• Engineer III:
  Four years or more of related engineering experience PLUS Professional Engineer license OR 15 years or more related engineering experience
• Engineer Senior:
  Eight years or more job‑related experience required PLUS Professional Engineer license

• Positions report regularly in person, and with a possible hybrid work arrangement, within the ALLETE/Minnesota Power service territory.
• Positions may be eligible for either full‑time or part‑time.
• Possession and maintaining of a valid driver’s license may be required as some travel may be necessary.
• Engineer‑in‑Training or Professional Engineer license may be required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
• This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.

• The expected annual compensation range for Engineer I positions is $65,000 – $82,000.
• The expected annual compensation range for Engineer II positions is $80,000 – $100,000.
• The expected annual compensation range for Engineer III positions is $91,000 – $114,000.
• The expected annual compensation range for Engineer Senior positions is $104,000 – $130,000.
• Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience and market conditions.
• Compensation Incentive Program
• Retirement Benefits
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance, Disability & Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Community Engagement, and more.

This Candidate Pool may be used to fill openings until March 31, 2026. After that, you will be invited to apply to the next Engineering Candidate Pool.

External applicants must apply online via

ALLETE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact our Human Resources department at 218‑723‑7553.

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