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Engineer III or IV - Solar

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  • Solar Minneapolis, MN, United States and 3 more (Hybrid) Be the First to Apply Job Description SUMMARY Mortenson is currently seeking a Engineer III or IV
  • Solar that will provide design services, as well as effective customer relationship management with new and existing customers for the Engineering Services team.
This position offers opportunities at both levels III and IV, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation for this role is determined based on factors such as experience and location.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide technical lead and support for electrical portions of work for solar collection systems for 90
  • 500+ MWdc size projects Coordinate PV electrical design with internal Mortenson EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) teams Lead 2-3 PV electrical design projects with team Provide quality reviews of team's engineering designs Coordinate PV electrical design with other engineering teams such as civil, structural, and substation Decide the best layout of collection system; including consideration of constraints such as overhead/underground, follow roads/cross country, and junction box locations Review manufacturer's data to determine extent of scope for electrical portion of project; including wiring requirements and electrical characteristics (i.
e. grounding requirements, power factor ranges, lightning protection requirements, generator outputs, etc.) Verify that construction is in agreement with electrical engineering design drawings Lead the electrical engineering design through use of submittals, transmittals, and requests for information Provide technical expertise to all parties concerned Assist with technical questions during the bidding process and provide electrical engineering resource throughout the project Communicate with owners, vendors, local utilities to advance the electrical design of the project. Perform loss calculations (100% output/annualized), preliminary short circuit and reactive power calculations for pursuit level designs. Perform system grounding studies in CDEGS Determine installation details for the scopes of work, including conduit and grounding details. Specify equipment ratings to aid in procurement Develop one-line diagrams of collection a system and substations, as well as standard details of electrical construction that are typical to Mortenson projects Work with the field teams to understand design changes to improve field work. Participate in lessons learned meetings to learn from past projects. Handle engineering work and logistics efficiently, providing suggestions for improvement Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage performance Deep understanding of solar collection system design Ampacity, grounding, short circuit, losses, reactive power understanding and capabilities Be able to lead technical discussions on their scope of work Working knowledge of NEC code, NESC and IEEE codes/standards
QUALIFICATIONS PE
license preferred, EIT required Lead design and completed multiple utility scale solar projects including coordination with civil and structural engineering design teams Basic understanding of design and construction techniques and project management practices Possess basic understanding of engineering/construction generally accepted business practices Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback Ability to travel up to 25% Understanding of discipline specific technical designs, QA/QC procedures, and engineering policies Developing project management and analytical problem solving skills Developing knowledge in system modeling, relay coordination studies, and development of associated protective relay settings for systems ranging from 34.5 kV to 500 k
V Engineer III Qualifications:
Knowledge of engineering principles, business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements Working knowledge of or are familiar with software packages: ASPEN, ETAP, PSSE, CDEGS, AutoCAD, Microstation, Primtech, etc. Engineering-in-Training (EIT) certification or achievement of EIT within 6 months of entering position with the expectation of achieving a PE license in the future
Engineer IV Qualifications:
Advanced knowledge of engineering principles, business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements Developing team leadership and influencing skills Extensive knowledge of or are familiar with software packages: ASPEN, ETAP, PSSE, CDEGS, AutoCAD, Microstation, Primtech, etc. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering program Professional Engineering (PE) license is expected or can be acquired within 6 months Experience in the T&D industry
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position requires the following with or without an accommodation; sitting, seeing, hearing, and utilization of a computer and office equipment. The working environment consists of indoor and climate-controlled settings. This position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.
A few benefits offered include:
(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week) Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage Dental plan 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources Tuition reimbursement Adoption Assistance Gym Membership Discount Program Engineer
III MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of 4 years' experience The base pay range for this role is $98,800
  • $133,300
With PE License:
$108,700
  • $146,700 Engineer
IV MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 7 years' experience The base pay range for this role is $111,400
  • $167,100
With PE License:
$122,500
  • $183,800 (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL
  • 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR
  • 10%, Washington, D.C.
  • 12.
5%). This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan. Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. #LI-TH1 #LI-hybrid Please make note: Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.
ABOUT MORTENSON
As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact. Let's Redefine Possible® Equal Employment Opportunity Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category. Other Items to Note Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement. Apply Now Job Info Job Identification 23820 Job Category General Posting Date 09/17/2026, 09:54 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations 700 Meadow Ln N, Minneapolis, MN, 55422, US (Hybrid) © MapTiler © OpenStreetMap contributors Legend Jobs at a location Group of locations © MapTiler © OpenStreetMap contributors | © Oracle Corporation Terms Legal Notices Use control and scroll to zoom the map Use two fingers to move the map 700 Meadow Ln N, Minneapolis, MN, 55422, US Copy to Clipboard Similar Jobs Engineer III or IV
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