VAA is expanding its technical ranks and seeking an astute, solution-oriented Electrical Engineer (Hybrid) Minneapolis, MN Hybrid eager to leave a tangible imprint across evolving industries. This is not merely another drafting desk or calculation-heavy occupation—it is an invitation to architect the electrical backbone behind industrial momentum, civic advancement, renewable progression, and dynamic public environments. At VAA, ingenuity is not shelved behind hierarchy; it is exercised daily through complex challenges that reward curiosity, precision, and intellectual grit.
The Electrical division at VAA concentrates on sophisticated power-system design for industrial operations spanning seed-oil processing, specialty chemical production, grain-transfer systems, and feed-manufacturing environments. Beyond conventional infrastructure, the team also pioneers preconstruction estimation and renewable-energy planning, particularly solar integrations for municipal and industrial clientele pursuing cleaner energy portfolios. Their technical repertoire extends into advanced analytical diagnostics such as load-flow evaluations, short-circuit examinations, protective-device coordination, arc-flash hazard studies, harmonic distortion reviews, and power-factor optimization.
Staff Engineer Opportunity
Working beneath the guidance of a Project Engineer or Senior Engineer, the Staff Engineer will cultivate design intelligence while contributing meaningfully to active projects.
Responsibilities include:
Applying engineering acumen and analytical reasoning to devise practical, high-performing electrical solutions within collaborative project environments.
Assisting in the development of polished design deliverables, including calculations, schematics, technical drawings, and specifications.
Strengthening project value through a widening command of engineering regulations, electrical codes, and industrial benchmarks.
Leveraging design software with growing dexterity and technical fluency.
Assuming progressively intricate assignments while embracing continual professional refinement and technical maturation.
Conducting construction-phase field observations and assembling detailed reports that reinforce project integrity and expand hands-on exposure.
Accommodating limited travel requirements, estimated at roughly 5%, to construction locations.
Mid-Level Project Engineer Role
For professionals carrying deeper field experience, the Project Engineer position demands both technical sharpness and leadership maturity.
Primary functions include:
Delivering refined engineering services grounded in electrical theory, regulatory comprehension, analytical capability, and disciplined execution.
Reviewing project documentation to ensure precision, coordination, and interdisciplinary cohesion.
Evaluating preliminary-stage design alternatives to support informed strategic decisions for clients and internal teams alike.
Clearly articulating technical concepts in a manner accessible to collaborators, stakeholders, and clients.
Encouraging the progression of junior engineers through mentorship and technical support.
Coordinating efficiently with multidisciplinary teams, including external contributors, to maximize client outcomes.
Producing calculations, revising specifications, and synchronizing technical drawing packages.
Corresponding with contractors and clients regarding RFIs, construction clarifications, and shop-drawing evaluations.
Assisting with proposal preparation and fee estimation when project demands require.
Qualifications Desired
Candidates should possess:
A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
A minimum of three years of relevant professional experience.
PE licensure is advantageous, though not compulsory.
Compensation & Benefits
The anticipated starting compensation ranges from $65,000 to $105,000 annually. Final offers are influenced by several variables, including geographic placement, market conditions, professional background, and specialized technical expertise.
VAA also extends a well-rounded benefits portfolio featuring:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance
Profit-sharing opportunities
401(k) participation
Discretionary performance bonuses
Paid leave programs
Additional employee-centered benefits
VAA is a distinguished Engineering, Planning, and Design consultancy recognized for its work across commercial developments, bulk commodity-handling operations, value-added processing facilities, manufacturing plants, and distribution infrastructure. With nearly five decades of sustained excellence, the firm harmonizes seasoned expertise with forward-facing ambition. Its clientele spans multinational enterprises, municipal entities, independent agricultural operations, and regional businesses alike—each trusting VAA to engineer spaces and systems that endure with purpose and performance.
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