Electrical Design Engineer – Power Distribution

Electrical Design Engineer – Power Distribution | Burnsville, MN
JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Burnsville, MN as a Electrical Design Engineer – Power Distribution . You will be part of a group of engineers dedicated to high-quality work, value-add solutions, skill development, and career growth. We welcome candidates from the Minneapolis metro and beyond to apply.
This role leads electrical design efforts for a major product line redesign, developing schematics, wiring diagrams, one‑lines, and layout drawings for power distribution equipment. The Electrical Design Engineer interprets customer and site requirements, defines electrical specifications, supports certification and compliance activities, and produces detailed documentation for manufacturing and testing. This position works closely with cross‑functional teams, suppliers, and engineering partners while contributing to design standardization, process improvements, and on‑site engineering discussions in a fast‑moving, collaborative environment.
As a Electrical Design Engineer – Power Distribution , you will:
Own all electrical design activities for a product line redesign effort
Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, one‑lines, and layout drawings using industry‑standard CAD tools
Interpret customer specifications, site requirements, and technical constraints to create accurate, compliant electrical system solutions
Define electrical specifications, component selections, and system architectures for power distribution equipment including switchgear, switchboards, transfer switches, load banks, and docking stations
Produce detailed technical documentation supporting manufacturing, testing, certification, and customer requests
Collaborate with SMEs, cross‑functional teams, suppliers, and internal stakeholders throughout the project
Ensure electrical designs meet safety, performance, manufacturability, and relevant code/standard requirements
Support certification and compliance activities including UL 1008, UL 508, UL 1640, NEC, and other applicable standards
Maintain electrical documentation, BOMs, and revisions within ERP, PLM, and Vault systems
Contribute to process improvements, modularization, and design standardization initiatives
Participate in design reviews, prototyping sessions, and on‑site engineering discussions
Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners
Contribute to projects that impact communities in the greater Minneapolis metro
Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering
Experience in electrical design for custom‑engineered power distribution or electromechanical systems
Proficiency with electrical CAD tools for schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings
Experience interpreting customer specifications and site requirements to develop electrical system solutions
Knowledge of electrical design best practices including safety, performance, manufacturability, and compliance
Experience creating technical documentation to support manufacturing, testing, and certification
Experience with switchgear, switchboards, transfer switches, load banks, or related power distribution equipment
Familiarity with UL standards such as UL 1008, UL 508, and UL 1640
Experience with ERP, PLM, and engineering vault systems for managing design documentation and BOMs
Background in process improvement, modularization, or design automation
Project management experience including coordinating cross‑functional teams and tracking deliverables strongly preferred
Capable of working independently and as a team member
Strong work ethic and unwavering integrity
Excellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindset
Curiosity, problem solving, and analytical thinking
Effective verbal and written communication
Desire to work on a variety of projects
ESTIMATED PAY RANGE
Engineer I: $40.45–$46.52/hour
Engineer II: $44.14–$50.76/hour
Engineer III: $47.83–$55.00/hour
Senior Engineer: $51.51–$59.24/hour
Final compensation is based on experience, skills, and alignment with role expectations. Paid overtime may be available.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting company dedicated to providing exceptional talent and service to manufacturers across the Midwest and beyond. We have won numerous awards, including Best Place to Work and Top Place to Intern.
Innovation, problem solving, integrity, and collaboration are a few things you'll experience and represent while working with Applied. If you appreciate a challenge, variety, and a quicker pace, then we would like to get to know you better.
Our unique company culture blends talent, technology, and flexibility. We offer a career trajectory few others can match, with opportunities to take on roles and assignments aligned with your skills and interests.
In addition, we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including:
Competitive salary
401K retirement plan
Paid time off and paid holidays
Continuing Education Support
Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options
Paid overtime
Flexible work schedule
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please consider joining Applied's team of talented employees in Burnsville, MN and the greater Minneapolis metro.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We regret that we do not offer sponsorship.
Applied Engineering is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job ID: 20261086
Award Winning – Employee Owned – Comprehensive Benefits
Relocation Assistance – Ownership Opportunity – Continuing Education Support