Senior Electrical Engineer – Utilities and Central Energy

KFI Engineers PC • Fargo, ND

10d • $125,000 - $155,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Electrical Engineer (level IV) plays a key role in the successful execution of projects from start to finish. This individual will provide technical and engineering excellence, as well as successful delivery of work to our customers. The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for a high level of customer satisfaction by ensuring expectations are clearly communicated and managed. The successful candidate will also contribute to a dynamic team environment by being proactive, communicating clearly to all stakeholders, and modeling a highly collaborative working environment. This person will also actively support the business development process, through the writing of proposals and meeting with prospective and current customers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or similar related field.
• Minimum of 10+ years of Electrical Engineering experience.
• Professional Engineering registration or willingness to pursue this designation.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the design of electrical utility generation and distribution systems.
• Proven project experience and/or working knowledge of Process, Instrumentation, and Controls.
• Comprehensive understanding of Electrical, Mechanical, Architectural, Civil and Structural Engineering construction practices.
• In-depth knowledge of industry codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, NESC, ANSI/IEEE, etc.).
• Proven ability to build strong client relationships and establish credibility with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to present complex information to diverse audiences, synthesize ideas into actionable recommendations, and positively influence outcomes.
• Strong planning, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Expert knowledge of technology and the application of technology in business.

Nice To Haves

• Strong electrical design expertise across various industries, including infrastructure projects and/or plant operations.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory or people-management experience.

Responsibilities

• Designs and supports power distribution systems (primary requirement), including sizing motor feeders and starters.
• Designs medium‑voltage and 480‑volt power systems, including generation and distribution, for industrial, utility, and building applications.
• Designs building power and lighting systems, including special systems such as ground fault protection, lightning protection, emergency generators, UPS, DC systems, motor control centers, and power factor correction.
• Performs power system studies, including load flow, short‑circuit, arc‑flash (arc fault hazard analysis), protective device coordination, voltage drop, and harmonics studies, using SKM PTW.
• Prepares engineering documents and equipment specifications to meet contracted scope of work and applicable codes and standards, ensuring proper application of Electrical Engineering principles.
• Reviews and approves contractor and vendor submittmits, including final equipment selections.
• Creates project plans and schedules for execution of work.
• Develops labor and cost estimates for assigned scope of work and is accountable for maintaining scope and budget compliance.
• Coordinates work with other departments, disciplines, project team members, subcontractors, and contractors.
• Provides construction observation and inspection services, field support, and startup and commissioning assistance for electrical systems and equipment.
• Provides technical and engineering support, guidance, and work direction to other departments, disciplines, and subcontractors, as assigned.
• May serve as project manager for complete projects, when assigned.
• Supports the business development process through proposal input, customer meetings, and interviews.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage
• Virtual health services
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) for HDHP enrollees with KFI contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) plan
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance, life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off to include Earned Sick and Safe Time in accordance with state laws
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Company Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Bereavement Leave
• Voluntary benefits offered include life, accident, critical illness coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior