Office Location: Any Apex Office (Fargo, Bismarck, or Dickinson, ND or Detroit Lakes, St. Cloud, or Minnetonka, MN) Apex Engineering Group has openings for a Design Engineer working in the Transportation Group. The location of these positions is flexible and can be performed from any of our Apex offices or hybrid. Primary responsibilities include working as a key project team member on highway and urban roadway projects from the planning phase through design and construction. A Design Engineer shall be capable of independently and collaboratively contributing to the design and development of project plans, specifications and while working with project team members. Design Engineers typically report to a Project Manager or a Senior Engineer but may be assigned to certain projects as the Project Manager depending on experience. Additional responsibilities may include taking on the role of the project engineer/representative in the field during construction of projects. Typical Tasks and Duties: • Provide professional civil engineering services for clients by providing: planning, design, specifications, plans, reports, construction observation and project management. • Delegate and supervise project tasks to CADD Technicians, Graduate Engineers and Field Technicians on the project team. • Communicate frequently and effectively with supervisors and project managers on a consistent basis by providing updates and progress during all phases of projects. • Attend company meetings, project meetings and client meetings on a regular basis. • This position will require a role in preparing proposals and participating in interviews for securing work for the firm. Responsibilities for business development will increase with experience and mentoring by senior staff. • This position may lead to a more prominent role as a Project Manager and Client Manager which will include becoming responsible for project budgets and financial performance. • Effective communication skills with the public will be required in settings such as public involvement meetings, informational meetings, construction notifications, etc. • This position will require the initiative to think independently and make rational judgment calls. • Expect to take on and understand the role of the project engineer and the owner’s on-site representative on construction projects. • Continue to learn and proficiently utilize Computer Aided Design and Drafting software to prepare plan documents. • Understand and follow company CADD procedures and client CADD procedures when required. • Understand and follow company employee handbook and mandated safety policies. • Perform responsibilities in a conscientious, legal and ethical manner with a strong attention to detail. • Participate in professional organizations and community leadership programs. • Travel and out of town stays will be required; Expect to work overtime, especially during the construction season. • Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Qualifications: • Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering required. • MN or ND Professional Engineers License preferred or ability to be licensed in MN or ND within 6-12 months required. • 5 or more years of highway/roadway design experience preferred. • Knowledge of MNDOT or NDDOT design and project development process preferred. • Proficiency in Bentley OpenRoads Designer and MicroStation Connect. Corridor modeling and design software is highly preferred. • Ability to work in other civil design software platforms (i.e., AutoCAD / Civil 3D) a plus. • Experience in designing municipal/urban projects with underground utilities is a plus. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. • Must be detail orientated, self-motivated with strong interpersonal and organizational skills. • Proficient using Microsoft Windows/Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) • A valid driver's license is required or the ability to obtain one. Physical Requirements: • Ability to operate a computer under normal ergonomic office conditions. • Required to work in an outdoors environment during construction season. • May require prolonged periods of standing and walking to perform some of the typical tasks and duties associated with construction observation and surveying. • Required to lift objects or containers weighing 50-lbs. • Must work scheduled and required hours. • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements described here are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Benefits: We're looking for experience, entrepreneurs and enthusiasm. Apex Engineering Group believes that every employee plays an important role in our company's success and that is why we strive to provide our employees with a benefits program that rewards them for their hard work and dedication they put forth everyday. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes: • Performance-based bonuses • Health, dental, and vision insurance • Life insurance • 401(k) plan with employer match and profit-sharing contribution • Paid parental leave • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) • Paid time off • Short- and long-term disability coverage • Employee wellness program Hourly Base Pay Range: $40 - $55 (Actual base pay is dependent on several factors, including experience, education, licensure, job location, and internal equity.) EOE/AA Please email Lisa.Markert@ApexEngGroup.com with any questions. dnJtp3r530
See More Details >>Job description Friesen’s designs and manufactures innovative automated processing system solutions for the top fortune 500 Consumer Producing Companies in the world. When you join Friesen’s, you join a fun vibrant culture of talented and inspired individuals working as a Team who are dedicated to provide outstanding equipment to meet our client’s needs. Responsibilities • Program PLC based systems across multiple platforms. • Programming using IEC 61131-3 programming languages. • Advance programming experience with AB/Rockwell software using Compact/Control Logix platform PLCs using Studio Designer 5000/RSLOGIX 500, • Beckhoff controls programming with TwinCAT 2 & 3 • Familiar with SIEMENS C++/C#/python/visual studio/SQL database programming • Designing industrial HMI/OIT Panels with Panelview Plus OI panels using Factorytalk View Studio (SE and ME) windows 10 IOT, basic networking, experience with Wonderware, Indusoft, and 3rd party HMI programs. • Integrating many different types of hardware devices and I/O systems (sensors, actuators, pneumatics, servos/motion controls, robotics, lasers, printers, scanners, and many other types of devices). • Proficient designing electrical control systems using AutoCAD/Solidworks Electrical, enclosure/panel layouts, power, logic, and safety circuits. • Startup support, system commissioning, and system troubleshooting • Assist with technical writing of scope of work, operations and user guides • Field wire, panel wire and conduit to meet UL/NEC standards Skills & Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Automation Controls/Electronics engineering with 5+ years of automation industrial environment experience or 2-year technical degree with 10-year experience • PLC programming experience in structured text and ladder logic experience in designing software controls for many types of industrial automated systems • Experience with the techniques required for interfacing, communicating, controlling, and troubleshooting automated machinery • Knowledge of AC/DC systems, VFD’S and motors • Good interpersonal skills, confident, team player with co-workers and management • Experience in Microsoft Office Suite Job Type: Full-time Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Flexible schedule • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Referral program • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Education: • Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: • Electrical engineering: 5 years (Required) Ability to Commute: • Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Detroit Lakes, MN 56501: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Willingness to travel: • 25% (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Office Location: Detroit Lakes, MN Primary responsibilities include managing a team of engineers, technicians and support staff on general municipal projects from the planning phase through design and construction. A Lead Engineer shall be capable of independently managing projects and collaboratively contributing to the design and development of project plans and specifications while working with and mentoring project team members. Lead Engineers typically report to a senior engineer, sector leader or principal of the firm. Additional responsibilities may include general marketing of the firm and various business development activities. Typical Tasks and Duties: • Provide professional engineering services for clients by providing: studies, planning, design, specifications, plans, reports, construction administration, observation and project management. • Communicate frequently and effectively with clients, supervisors and project team members on a consistent basis by providing updates and progress during all phases of projects • Attend company meetings, project meetings and client meetings as deemed necessary. • This position will be responsible to lead the preparing of proposals and participating in interviews for securing work for the firm. Responsibilities for business development will increase with experience and mentoring by senior staff. • This position will require the initiative to think independently and make rational judgment calls. • Provide direction and work with engineering technicians and other team members on the development of project plans and specifications. • Work and coordinate with other engineering teams on complex multi-discipline projects. • Understand and follow company employee handbook and mandated safety policies. • Perform responsibilities in a conscientious, legal and ethical manner with a strong attention to detail. • Must be able to work independently and in a team environment. • Participate in professional organizations and community leadership programs as deemed appropriate. • Travel and out of town stays may be required; may work overtime especially during the construction season. • Other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Qualifications: • Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering required. Master’s degree a plus. • Professional Engineers License preferred or ability to be licensed within 6-12 months required. • 7 or more years of experience working as a Civil Engineer in the municipal engineering field. • Experience in preparing civil design drawings, specifications and opinions of cost related to water/sewer utilities, roadways, drainage, etc. is preferred. • Experience working with local, county or state agencies is a plus. • Strong project management skills and experience is essential for this position. • Construction management experience is also required. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a prerequisite. • Must be detail orientated, self-motivated with strong interpersonal and organizational skills. • Flexible working style and willingness to occasionally modify personal schedules as required to meet deadlines and/or client needs. • Proficient using Microsoft Windows/Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). • Working knowledge in AutoCAD/Civil-3D, Microstation/GeoPak, Google-SketchUP Pro or ARCMap GIS considered a plus. • A valid driver’s license is required or the ability to obtain one. Physical Requirements: • Ability to operate a computer under normal ergonomic office conditions. • Required to work in an outdoors environment during construction season. • May require prolonged periods of standing and walking to perform some of the typical tasks and duties associated with construction observation or surveying. • Required to lift objects or containers weighing 50-lbs. • Must work scheduled and required hours. • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements described here are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Benefits: We're looking for experience, entrepreneurs and enthusiasm. Apex Engineering Group believes that every employee plays an important role in our company's success and that is why we strive to provide our employees with a benefits program that rewards them for their hard work and dedication they put forth everyday. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes: • Performance-based bonuses • Health, dental, and vision insurance • Life insurance • 401(k) plan with employer match and profit-sharing contribution • Paid parental leave • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) • Paid time off • Short- and long-term disability coverage • Employee wellness program Base Salary Pay Range: $95k - $130k (Actual base pay is dependent on several factors, including experience, education, licensure, job location, and internal equity.) EOE/AA Please email lisa.markert@apexenggroup.com with any questions. TinCoIdAHi
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Detroit Lakes, MN, often begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning. These apprenticeships typically last three to four years and require extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 53,895 mechanical trade professionals nationwide, with wages averaging around $462.33 per week in Detroit Lakes. The job market is expected to grow, with a 6% increase in employment from 2022 to 2032. Apprenticeships in the area offer a pathway to a rewarding career, with experienced mechanical trade professionals earning upwards of $900.33 per week. Trade schools, unions, and various platforms assist aspiring mechanical trade professionals in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a lucrative career with strong earning potential.
