Electrical Engineer IV (Power)

Lake Superior Consulting (LSC) is growing and seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer (Power) to support multi-disciplinary projects primarily in the energy sector!

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

Shape the Future of Power Engineering at Lake Superior Consulting

Lake Superior Consulting (LSC) provides engineering and consulting services across the energy industry — from Oil & Gas to Renewables, Power Generation and Distribution. We’re growing our Power Engineering practice and are seeking an Electrical Engineer to help lead the way.

This is more than an Engineering role — it’s an opportunity to:

• Help grow the power market and expand LSC’s footprint in the energy sector.


• Build confidence in our designs and capabilities with clients.


• Provide leadership and mentorship to our Jr. electrical engineers


• Grow your skills and learn from our experienced senior engineering staff


• Play a key role in strengthening client relationships by serving as a trusted technical partner.

Position Overview

The Electrical Engineer (Power) 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 aspects of projects, and ensuring successful delivery through all phases of design and construction. Example scopes include micro-grid power generation facilities, MCC and switchgear specifications and design, facility power distribution, substation design, complex grounding systems, power system studies including arc flash, short circuit, load flow, and coordination.  

Key Responsibilities

• Lead moderate to large-sized electrical power and controls projects, providing technical direction and decision-making on complex issues


• Coordinate with multi-disciplined design teams to deliver complete, high-quality construction documents


• Develop power and controls drawings, specifications, equipment selection, and supporting documentation


• Perform engineering calculations, studies, detailed designs, reports, and design reviews


• Design and support electrical power systems including high, medium, and low voltage systems, switchgear, MCCs, drives, emergency power, service entrances, and power distribution


• Manage project scope changes, identify risks, and support development of mitigation strategies


• Coordinate with internal staff to develop design drawings, perform design reviews, and deliver high quality construction documents


• Communicate effectively with project managers, clients, vendors, and contractors


• Provide field support during front end engineering and construction as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering


• 5+ years of related electrical engineering experience


• Industrial electrical systems design experience


• Direct experience supporting industrial facilities


• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA 70E, IEEE, API, and AGA recommended practices


• Experience with SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower design software required


• Experience with AutoDesk software; CadWorx Electrical experience a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license


• Experience with arc flash hazard analysis and electrical equipment upgrades


• Field experience supporting projects during front end engineering and construction


• Broad electrical background including power and controls systems

Personal Competencies

• 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

Be Part of Something Bigger – Join the Team at Lake Superior Consulting!

At LSC, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with top-tier talent and take on meaningful projects in industries including Liquids and Natural Gas, Power, Mining, Water and Wastewater, Renewables, and Manufacturing.

If you’re driven, curious, and ready to grow your career while making a difference, we want to hear from you.

Lake Superior Consulting offers a competitive compensation package. The actual starting salary will be determined based on a variety of factors, including your skills, experience, and office/market location. The anticipated salary/hourly range for this position is $95,000-$150,000 per year.

Our benefits include: 

•    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

Bias-Free Hiring Practices:

Lake Superior Consulting is proud to be an Equal Employment 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.