Electrical Instrumentation & Controls Designer – Entry Level (Hybrid)
About The Position
Barr is seeking an electrical technician/designer to join our Duluth, Minnesota, team. In this hybrid role, you will support our engineering group on the detailed electrical design of various industrial systems. Project responsibilities will include electrical power and control system design, equipment coordination, lighting products and systems, and electrical distribution. You will be supported by a team of senior engineers and designers, working in a highly collaborative environment. A successful person in this role is flexible, collaborative, and demonstrates strong initiative. The ideal candidate enjoys working both independently and as part of a team, communicates effectively, and adapts to changing schedules to meet deadlines and client needs. They are eager to learn new drafting software and explore new features of existing tools, while working efficiently and seeking opportunities to automate or improve tedious workflows. Hybrid : this position is based out of Barr's Duluth, Minnesota, office. A hybrid work arrangement may be considered, allowing time split between the office and a home office. Travel expectation: occasional field visits to client sites; travel percentage will vary by project. Work environment : ability to work in industrial facilities, including locations with rough terrain, moving machinery, and other typical conditions. Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
Requirements
- Two-year technical certificate or equivalent experience/coursework directly related to electrical design.
- Experience with current versions of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office software.
- Possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future.
Nice To Haves
- 1–3 years of experience working in a design capacity on projects directly related to the job responsibilities described above at a consulting engineering or industrial organization.
- Experience with power system modeling software such as SKM.
- Experience with AutoCAD Electrical or Autodesk Revit.
Responsibilities
- Use AutoCAD electrical and other CADD software to create detailed electrical drawings for power distribution systems, controls, and lighting products and systems.
- Process and manipulate large sets of data in Excel.
- Effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to align technical work with project objectives while fostering strong, productive working relationships.
- Basic understanding and design capabilities of electrical distribution systems 600V and lower.
Benefits
- Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
- Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
- Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
- Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
- Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave
- Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
