Substation Design Engineer

Company Overview

Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is a leading power engineering consultant firm that provides engineering, system planning and studies, technical consultation, project management, surveying, environmental planning, commissioning/testing and construction services to electric utilities, energy developers and industrials throughout the U.S. Our experience includes system voltages from 4.16 kV through 765 kV.

ECI has an immediate opening for a Design Engineer in Mankato, MN. Responsibilities include the conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new, upgraded and expanded substations, including material procurement, construction and commissioning/startup support through energization. Engineering responsibilities include the development and delivery of physical, electrical, civil and communication design studies, calculations, drawings, exhibits and specifications. Under the oversight and mentorship of a Project Engineer, Design Engineers assist in the execution of best‑in‑class projects, including coordination, quality control and oversight of designers, drafters and support staff.

Completion of specialized tasks is coordinated with ECI’s subject‑matter expert discipline groups such as Distribution Studies, Transmission Studies, Grounding Studies, Protection (relay coordination and settings), Civil Engineering, Communication (SCADA Integration) and Transmission & Distribution Engineering.

• Bachelor of Science or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Design engineering experience is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organization and planning skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Willingness to meet fast‑paced project schedules.
• Commitment to progress towards PE licensure is encouraged.
• Fundamental knowledge of power engineering principals and applicable codes and standards.
• May be subject to client‑mandated drug and background checking.
• Occasional travel/driving required; applicant subject to ECI’s auto insurance carrier requirements.
• Applicants must not require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Salary commensurate with experience and education. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k), profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan
• Paid vacation, personal days and holidays
• Continued professional education reimbursement

Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) employs over 850 engineers, designers, project managers, surveyors, ROW agents, environmental planners, construction professionals and support staff in 37 offices across the U.S. The firm has more than 40 years of experience in the planning, engineering, and construction of a wide range of power delivery projects including substations, transmission lines, distribution systems, communication systems and industrial facilities.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

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• Entry level

• Full-time

• Engineering and Information Technology

• Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution