Becoming an electrician in Bloomington, MN typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in the area last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with a significant presence in Minnesota, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Bloomington earn an average of $1,558 per week, with an annual overtime average of $49,000. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
ISG is seeking an Electrical Designer Engineer to be part of our Electrical Engineering team, bolstering our growing power, lighting, low voltage, and control system services that support our Food + Industrial, Energy, Education, and other business units. As an ISG employee owner, you will continue to grow in your career. You’ll learn from us, and we’ll learn from you. You’ll have the freedom and autonomy to do your best work with plenty of support along the way. Our culture is essential to our success and your engagement in it. ABOUT THE JOB Our Electrical Engineering team serves clients throughout the country and are comprised of folks in our Green Bay, Mankato, Des Moines and Bloomington offices. We are a full-service, multi-disciplinary team, who performs award-winning work in planning, design, survey, and construction. In this role, you would have the opportunity to work alongside many members of our electrical engineering team. ESSENTIAL DUTIES • Subscribe to our goals and objectives, including geographic and project-type diversity. • Become a complementary member of our team as a whole, and on a project-by-project basis. • Produce work using computer-aided design/drafting hardware and software. • Work on several projects at one time. • Field measure and document existing buildings. • Produce and coordinate construction drawings with other disciplines. • Design and specify power and lighting systems. QUALIFICATIONS • Associates degree, Bachelor's degree, or applicable experience in electrical, mechanical, or architectural design. • Construction experience is a plus. Electricians, plant engineers please apply! • Demonstrated ability to understand and apply electrical design principles at a high level. • Experience electrical design for commercial building projects using BIM and Revit. • Possess an in-depth understanding of most building systems and trades. • Knowledge of electrical codes, such as NEC, IFC. • Knowledge of power distribution systems, lighting, and fire alarm systems. • Ability to collaborate and coordinate across multi-disciplinary teams. • Working knowledge of the design standards and codes for vertical infrastructure design. • Knowledge in PLC, SCADA, and telemetry a plus, but not required. ISG Employee Owner Benefits • Medical, dental, and vision • Paid time off, pro-rated amount available on your start date • Paid holidays and paid volunteer time • Paid parental leave • Bi-annual profit sharing • Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP) • 401K retirement plan • Life insurance • HSA and FSA options • Bereavement leave • Supplemental voluntary benefits • Short term and long-term disability ABOUT ISG We are 100% owned by our employees! ISG's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) allows for broader ownership, the ability to be directly connected to performance, and our culture of accountability and opportunism is amplified. Put simply, everyone works hard = everyone benefits, not just an elite group. We are focused on strengths, using those talents to guide personal development and team collaboration. We are involved in our communities and lead through empowerment. Firm growth is a direct reflection of the dedication, ingenuity, and hard work each ISG owner brings to the office and field every day. ISG's growth and sustainability are based on the unwavering belief that we need to grow for the betterment of our people and firm. We are entrepreneurial. We believe in having the right people onboard and being disciplined during good times and when faced with new challenges. And most importantly, we foster growth through positive mentorship and progressive ideas that lead to strategic, contextual based decisions. We believe that this unwavering commitment to our culture, clients, and dynamic qualities translates to better services for our partners, and that it will continue to guide ISG's future. Learn more about ISG at http://www.isginc.com Interested in learning more about ISG? Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and X.
See More Details >>Company Overview: Hunt Electric is 100% employee owned and connected by our core values providing the perfect blend of big-company stability, resources, and opportunities, with the tight-knit team culture, creative spirit, and customer loyalty of a local business. • **We are moving our headquarters to Eagan in 2025! This role is based at our current HQ in Bloomington but will move to Eagan in 2025.*** ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES As a Senior Project Manager at Hunt Electric Corporation, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the planning and execution of advanced electrical projects in the Greater Twin Cities area. You will be instrumental in managing project finances, facilitating seamless communication, and fostering collaboration among internal departments and external clients. Your responsibilities extend to building and maintaining customer relationships, overseeing project teams to fulfill contractual obligations, and ensuring compliance. This role not only demands precision and attention to detail but also strong communication skills. If you excel in a dynamic, fast-paced environment this position provides a unique opportunity for leadership and a lasting impact. • The primary responsibilities for this role will be related to managing all aspects of the project financials. • Monitor project billings, projections, and cash flow to ensure accuracy. • Assisting with the development of proposed change orders and communicating cost and schedule impact information to the client. • Maintain and develop relationships with internal and external team. • Direct and supervise general foremen, foremen and their crews in a manner as to comply with the contracts executed by Hunt Electric Corporation, union agreements, and all policies and procedures. • Address office and/or field related concerns to maintain jobsite morale and customer expectations. • Manage assigned projects as economically as possible while recognizing commitment to quality workmanship, positive industry image and customer satisfaction. • Prepare, process, and maintain all files, correspondence, schedules, reports, and billing necessary to perform the responsibilities of the contract. • Direct the planning of the project through purchasing, engineering, subletting and installation. • Assist with project Cost Codes/WBS/SOV’s/Phases, estimating, and project comparisons. • Identify project concerns and work with senior leadership to improve overall health of the project. • Attend monthly meetings to review project financial standing with Project Executive, Partners, Customer, etc. $110,000 - $155,000 + discretionary bonus + employee ownership + benefits Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only. In addition to base compensation, Hunt Electric offers a robust benefits plan. See below for additional details or visit our website at Hunt Electric Careers. QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS • High School Diploma or equivalent required. • At least 5 years of experience working as a senior project manager in the electrical industry. • Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the electrical industry. • Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, production methods, and the coordination of manpower and resources. • Develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize and accomplish the work. • Effectively communicate verbally and in writing. • Ability to understand the scope of the contract documents and the scope of the electrical work to be performed. • Willingness and ability to train and educate assigned subordinates. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • This job operates in a professional office. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, filing cabinets and photocopiers. • This position is occasionally required to be present on construction job sites and may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, uneven terrain, vibration, and noise, requiring the occasional use of a hard hat, work boots, high visibility vest, eye protection and gloves. • Employees are frequently required to sit, and occasionally required to kneel, reach, stoop, crouch or crawl. • This position requires the ability to lift files, open file cabinets, and bend or stand as necessary. • This position may occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. COMPENSATION & CULTURE • 100% Paid Insurance: Our health, dental, and vision plans are 100% employer paid. That's right—ZERO out of your pocket for premiums! Plus, you get to choose between a PPO or an HDHP plan to best fit your needs. • * Want to Opt-Out? No problem! If you decide to opt out of our insurance plans, you’ll receive a cash benefit instead. • Flex Spending/Health Savings Account (HSA): To use for qualified healthcare and childcare expenses. • Convenient and FREE in-person and telehealth -health services, including mental health, for those on our health care plans in covered areas. • Hybrid Work Structure: We offer a flexible hybrid work schedule for many positions, with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely. • Paid Time Off: We offer a generous vacation plan, starting at 3 weeks, plus sick time and 8 paid holidays, ensuring you can relax and recharge. • 401(k) Match: We'll match 25% of the first 6% of your income that you contribute to your 401(k). • Annual Discretionary Bonus: Employees enjoy an annual discretionary bonus based on company performance and individual contributions. • Discretionary Profit Sharing: It’s common to see a deposit comparable to 10% of your annual compensation in your retirement account each year. • ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan): As you work, you earn stock in the company, turning your efforts into ownership. All eligible employees receive ESOP allocations proportional to their eligible earnings. This makes you not just an employee, but an employee owner. • Good Business, Good People: The commitment to the community and volunteering comes right from the people at Hunt and it really shows the heart behind our company. We give our employees plenty of opportunities to get involved with something they are passionate about. Whether they're pedaling for a cure, teaming up to ease childhood hunger, or participating in our donation match program - they've got our full support. • In-House Learning & Development: We believe in supporting goals that you set for yourself by offering opportunities for skill enhancement and career pathing creating an environment where employees can thrive. • Employee Resource Groups: We provide a platform for employees to come together based on shared interest, backgrounds, or identities fostering a sense of community and belonging in the workplace. Some of these groups include Women in the Workplace, LGBTQIA+, Remote Workers, and Mental Health and People with Disabilities.
See More Details >>National Grid Renewables is a full-service renewable energy company headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. National Grid Renewables has developed over 2,400 megawatts of wind and solar projects that are either operational or currently under construction throughout the United States. National Grid Renewables has a multi-gigawatt development pipeline of wind and solar projects in various stages of development throughout the United States. National Grid Renewables provides custom solutions for utilities and corporations looking to harness renewable energy for business growth. With deep roots in agriculture, National Grid Renewables prides itself on developing renewable energy projects that are farmer-friendly, community-driven, and beneficial for rural communities. About the Position: National Grid Renewables is seeking an Electrical Engineer with experience in supporting operational wind, solar and BESS generation facilities. Troubleshooting issues remotely (or locally if needed) and developing standard practices across facilities is a common part of this position. This will include providing front line support to site personnel in regards to SCADA, alarm management, substation physical components, protections and controls, switching procedures and development of maintenance programs. This opportunity may be remote. What you will be doing: • Support unplanned outages by retrieving and analyzing relay event files to provide guidance to onsite operational teams and decrease return to service time frames. • Troubleshooting and diagnostic testing of devices and systems to resolve alarms and faults. • Partner with SMEs and cross-functional teams, as needed, to get equipment back in service in a timely manner. • Develop and maintain field equipment reliability procedures. • Communicate regularly with manager, asset manager and plant personnel to ensure satisfaction of internal/external customer requirements. • Participate in or lead business unit improvement initiatives. • Provide oversight of external professionals & equipment OEMs at a technical level ensuring their work falls in line with company procedures and expectations. • Ensure all relevant internal controls are followed and develop new controls as needed. • Perform root cause analysis and present findings to cross-functional teams, including management. • Assist team with NERC compliance requirements as determined. What you bring to this role: • Bachelor’s Degree in a specific Electrical engineering discipline or equivalent. • 3+ years of experience with equipment maintenance and troubleshooting; specifically for power systems • Analytical minded; Detail-oriented; Well-organized; multi-tasker • Base level knowledge of communication systems commonly used within the power generation industry for the purpose of configuring and troubleshooting SEL relays/RTAC, network devices, substation equipment, and other OEM devices. • Ability to identify potential issues and react resourcefully with a team to rectify. • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization. • Strong electrical troubleshooting skills and problem-solving skills. • Ability to understand technical documentation related to renewable energy projects such as local codes and regulations, civil and electrical drawings, or other specifications. • Proficiency using personal computer tools such as SEL tools, MS Office, Word, Excel, Power Point, data analytic systems, and other database managements systems. • Ability & Willingness to be on call nights/weekends/holidays on a rotating schedule. • Ability & Willingness to travel and assist plants with technical support/troubleshooting. Travel expectations will vary depending on operational needs. Preference may be given to candidates with the following: • More than 5 years of relevant experience in Renewables • Advanced degrees in Electrical or Electronics Engineering • Experience with design/maintenance of SCADA system • Experience on Substation physical components • Experience with Substation Protection and Control. Pay Range for the posted level: Minimum of $90,000.00 - 160,000.00 We offer a comprehensive benefit package, including Medical, Dental, 401(k) and disability benefits. National Grid Renewables believe fostering diversity, equity and inclusion is everyone’s responsibility. Open, honest and respectful ways of working, learning and communicating are the cornerstones of a successful business, and leveraging inclusion and diversity lead to better business results. At National Grid Renewables, we’re focused on creating a work environment where our people feel respected and included, and therefore empowered to be themselves.
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