Entering the solar trade in Minot, ND, often begins with specialized training and apprenticeships, combining hands-on experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. These apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the solar industry employed 279,447 workers nationwide as of December 2023, with a significant presence in North Dakota. Solar apprentices in Minot can expect to earn an average of $634 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $1,400 weekly. Vocational schools, industry associations, and local trade organizations provide pathways to these apprenticeships, leading to a promising career with strong earning potential.
Braun Intertec is hiring a Project Engineer for their Renewable Energy Team in Minot, ND, focusing on solar energy development. The role involves managing geotechnical projects, developing scopes of work, preparing proposals, conducting engineering analyses, and ensuring client satisfaction. Candidates should possess strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office. Braun Intertec offers a flexible work environment, comprehensive benefits, and emphasizes employee ownership through their ESOP program. Own where you work. Braun Intertec is proud to be a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting, geotechnical engineering, and testing firm of 1,000 employees with offices located in ten states. As a part of our exciting growth initiatives, we are continuing to build relationships in emerging markets and recruiting new talent. Our dedication to being the Employer of Choice is instrumental in achieving our goal of becoming the Consultant of Choice. By hiring the best people and helping each other grow both professionally and personally, we ensure a bright future for our employee owners and our clients. We want our employee-owners to be fully engaged — at home, at work, and in their communities. We provide our employees with a full range of benefits including comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans, paid time off (as well as volunteer time off), company match 401k, participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), technical training and career development resources, and access to our wellness program. The ESOP is a benefit we are proud of and celebrate as it allows all employees to be owners within the company. We offer the flexibility to work from home or in an office environment on your own terms. Braun Intertec is seeking a highly motivated Project Engineer to join our Renewable Energy Team, with a primary focus on solar energy development. This position manages moderate to complex geotechnical projects specifically related to the solar energy development by providing the technical expertise required to exceed client expectations. Responsibilities • Develop scopes of work and prepare proposals for moderate to complex geotechnical engineering projects, primarily in the solar energy field. • Prepare proposals for moderate to complex projects. • Review field logs and soil samples for classification and boring log preparation. • Perform engineering analysis using company and industry methodologies. • Make geotechnical recommendations and prepares engineering reports for senior review. • Manage routine to complex geotechnical engineering projects including project scope, schedule, budget, and safety. • Work independently on specific assignments of limited scope with Senior review. • Perform quality review of work performed by assigned staff; identify, investigate, and resolve internal and external quality issues on projects. • Coordinate with regional operations to effectively coordinate staff, resources, and workloads. • Ensure client expectations are met or exceeded. • Support client relationships to effectively achieve wind market sector goals and strategies. • As needed, perform various field testing and observations. • As needed, assist field operations with technician training and review. • Must be action oriented, able to effectively/efficiently manage time, and able to learn quickly. Required Skills • * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Possess strong analytical skills and high attention to detail. • Strong organization and customer service skills. • Ability to exceed client expectations while thriving in a time critical / dynamic work environment. • Ability to work both independently and as a team member. • Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint. • Ability to create, maintain, and communicate project budgets Required Experience: • * Bachelor’s degree (BS) in geotechnical, civil, or related engineering field required. • Professional Engineer registration/licensure or ability to obtain within two years. • Five or more years of construction materials testing or geotechnical engineering experience preferred, but not required. • Previous experience with large scale construction projects preferred. • Must have a valid driver's license • Ability to travel up to 15% of time Compensation Range: $85,100.00 - $127,700.00 As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status. Braun Intertec strives to ensure that its careers web site is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email [email protected] . As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Braun Intertec is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e-mail us at [email protected] . In your e-mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
See More Details >>IN-PERSON WORKING OPPORTUNITIES ONLY FOR MINOT STATE STUDENTS A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SALES REPRESENTATIVE: As a Sales Representative, you are the primary contact for our clients. You start each day excited to establish new relationships while continuing to nurture existing ones. By meeting with our potential customers, you are able to build excellent rapport and more effectively educate them about our products and services. Your excellent communication skills are an essential part of your success, as you complete product presentations and give price quotes. To complete sales, you collect and enter order information all while providing superior customer service. We focus on a national level to expand clients into new markets to create new revenue streams for years decades to come. Responsibilities and Duties: • One-on-one sales with customers in an outside sales environment. • Greet customers in a courteous, friendly, and professional manner using company procedures • Give product presentations to complete sales orders with customers. • Listen attentively to customer needs and concerns; demonstrate empathy. • Clarify customer requirements; probe for and confirm understanding of needs. • Meet customer requirements by providing personalized solutions. • Confirm customer understanding of the solution and provide additional customer education as needed. • Frequent travel throughout the year and 1-4 months relocation during the summer. About You You are organized and manage your time effectively in order to regularly achieve individual and team goals. You feel good about playing an important role in the success of a growing company with a solid reputation. • Knowledge of basic computer operations • Courteous with strong customer service orientation • Dependable with proficient attention to detail • Good listening and responding skills • Must be flexible with the ability to adapt to changes quickly and think conceptually • Solid problem-solving skills • Must be willing to take the initiative All Minot State students are invited to apply for this amazing summer internship opportunity!
See More Details >>IN-PERSON WORKING OPPORTUNITIES ONLY FOR MINOT STATE STUDENTS A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SALES REPRESENTATIVE: As a Technology Sales Intern, you are the primary contact for our clients both in your region and around the country. Each day, you will build and establish new relationships while enhancing and building upon existing ones. Excellent communication skills are an essential part of your success, as you complete product presentations and give price quotes. We focus on a national level to expand clients into new markets to create new revenue streams for years decades to come. On average, Technology Sales Interns earn $23,000 each summer. However, many interns earn significantly more than this based on their performance. Responsibilities and Duties of a Technology Sales Intern: • One-on-one sales with customers in an outside sales environment. • Greet customers in a courteous, friendly, and professional manner using company procedures. • Give technology and product presentations to complete sales orders with customers. • Listen attentively to customer needs and concerns; demonstrate empathy. • Clarify customer requirements; probe for and confirm understanding of needs. • Meet customer requirements by providing personalized solutions. • Confirm customer understanding of the solution and provide additional customer education as needed. • Frequent travel throughout the year and 1-4 months relocation during the summer. Who thrives in a Technology Sales Internship? Students from Minot State are well-equipped to thrive in our Technology Sales Internship program. Ideally, you are organized and manage your time effectively in order to regularly achieve individual and team goals. You have a passion for technology and sales. You feel good about playing an important role in the success of a growing company with a solid reputation. • Knowledge of basic computer operations • Courteous with strong customer service orientation • Dependable with proficient attention to detail • Good listening and responding skills • Must be flexible with the ability to adapt to changes quickly and think conceptually • Solid problem-solving skills • Must be willing to take the initiative All Minot State students are invited to apply for this amazing sales internship opportunity!
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