Senior Electrical Engineer (ID:47018)

Join a dynamic and rapidly growing organization committed to investing in its people, facilities, and resources to drive innovation in custom-engineered products. Be part of a collaborative team at the forefront of a high-growth industry, where the latest technologies are embraced to redefine the limits of what's possible. This is an exciting opportunity to impact and shape the future.

Code: 47018

Posted: 2025-10-20

Category: Engineering & Operations

The Senior Electrical Engineer oversees and leads the design and development of complex electrical control systems for safe, effective, and efficient operation of products. Our clients' products are low-voltage and medium-voltage electrical systems that are custom-engineered to order; these products should exceed the company's quality, production standards, and customer expectations for documentation and delivery timeline.

Salary: $125,000 - $165,000 depending on experience.

Benefits: $100 individual deductible and $300 family deductible health insurance, 401K / Life Insurance / STD, Vision and Dental Insurance, PTO/ESST.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Review and interpret customer specifications, contracts, and technical documents to provide guidance and direction to design and engineering teams.
Lead the design and development of complex electrical control systems for low- and/or medium-voltage switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, and control panels - ensuring compliance with customer specifications, industry codes (UL, NEC), and internal engineering standards.
Evaluate and specify electrical/electronic components for performance, reliability, and compliance.
Oversee multiple engineering projects, coordinating with sales, project managers, manufacturing, testing, and field service to ensure deliverables are on schedule and within budget.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues. Participate in cross-functional teams to address and resolve manufacturing, design, and quality problems, and pursue continuous improvement of design, manufacturing, and installation processes and methods.
Drive continuous improvement in design standards, processes, tools, and system documentation to enhance quality, safety, and productivity. - Collaborate with suppliers, manufacturers, and vendors to support component selection, cost reduction efforts, and product performance improvements. - Participate in the full product lifecycle, from concept and quotation through manufacturing, field commissioning, and post-project review.
Mentor junior engineers and designers by developing training materials, documentation, and best practices that raise team competency and consistency.
Support new product development initiatives by remaining current with new industry products, technologies, and trends.
Manage and execute designs using AutoCAD Electrical, including creating libraries, schematics, and bill of materials; support integration with mechanical design tools such as SolidWorks PDM.
Support up to 10% travel, locally for customer or supplier site visits.

Required Skills & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
7+ years of experience in electrical engineering. Specific experience with Power generation, switchboard, or LV/MV power distribution systems and control design strongly preferred.
Proficiency or exposure with AutoCAD Electrical; hands-on experience with schematic design, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
Strong knowledge of applicable codes and standards (e.g., UL, NEC, ANSI).
Demonstrated leadership in technical project execution, mentoring, and cross-functional communication. Experience developing custom products is desirable.

About Versique

Versique: /ver-seek/ adj. being both versatile and unique; n. a high-performance recruiting firm specializing in executive leadership search, direct hire, and interim hiring solutions.

Versique Executive, Professional, & Interim Recruiting is a locally owned and operated hiring and placement firm based in the Twin Cities of Minnesota. With specialized practice areas across our three divisions, Versique delivers tailored expertise to a wide range of industries. What sets us apart is our team of recruiters—seasoned professionals who have worked in the very fields they now hire for, providing unmatched industry insight and connections.

We believe people are more than just resumes—they are transformative, unlocking the potential for organizational growth and success.

Versique is proud to be award-winning, earning recognition on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies and the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal's Fast 50 list for 2023. We are also consistently recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace and were named a Best Place to Work in 2022 by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal.

Let's find your people, together.

Versique is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

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