Engineer II or III-MEP Electrical Application

Engineer II or III - MEP Electrical Application

SUMMARY  

The Engineer II or III - MEP Electrical Application role is a primarily MEP-focused engineering position within Engineering Services, supporting project teams through technical review, interpretation, and application of electrical and MEP systems. The role provides engineering expertise during RFP phase, equipment submittal reviews, specification interpretation, and technical coordination related to power systems infrastructure.

In addition to core MEP responsibilities, the role includes a secondary focus on substation application engineering. The position is expected to spend approximately 50% of time on MEP engineering work and 50% on substation application engineering, adjusted based on project demand. This role provides technical engineering support 

This position offers opportunities at both levels 2 and 3, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation for this role is determined based on factors such as experience and location.  

Hiring Locations: Minneapolis, MN (preferred) / Denver, CO / Fargo, ND / San Antonio, TX

RESPONSIBILITIES 

MEP Electrical Engineering (Primary Focus)

• During the RFQ phase, this role reviews initial specifications and baseline testing requirements, provides technical comments, identifies potential modifications or add‑alternates, and evaluates any testing beyond code compliance necessary to manage Mortenson’s risk profile 
• Review MEP electrical equipment submittals including switchgear, UPS systems, ATS, panelboards, and distribution equipment.
• Review manufacturer submittals against project specifications, drawings, and approved CDEs.
• Identify technical non-compliance, coordination issues, and constructability concerns.
• Provide written engineering comments and recommendations.
• Interpret MEP specifications and design intent.
• Participate in technical coordination meetings.

Substation Application Engineering (Secondary Focus)

• Developing pursuit level substation designs including general arrangements, BOM, control buildings, and one-lines mainly for renewal generation projects
• Perform 3^rd party reviews of external engineering substation designs 
• Assist project management team with technical guidance on internal designed projects
• Ensuring high level cross discipline coordination and reviews between substation physical, P&C, relay, studies, substation civil/structural and collection interfaces others. 
• Provide application-level engineering support for substation electrical equipment
• Review equipment ratings, environmental conditions, and code compliance.
• Assist with technical evaluations and standardization efforts.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Coordinate with Supply Chain and other operating groups/project teams.
• Communicate engineering findings clearly to non-engineering stakeholders.
• Document assumptions, interpretations, and recommendations.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Engineer II Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline.
• 2+ years of relevant MEP or power engineering experience.
• Experience reviewing technical submittals.

Engineer III Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline.
• 4+ years of progressive MEP-focused or power engineering experience.
• Ability to independently lead technical reviews.
• EIT/PE license preferred

The base pay range for this role is $84,100 – $133,300. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%). 

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.   

A few benefits offered include:  

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week) 

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage  
• Dental plan  
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match  
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves  
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance  
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources 
• Tuition reimbursement  
• Adoption Assistance   
• Gym Membership Discount Program   

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Please make note:  

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.  
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.  

ABOUT MORTENSON 

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.  

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Equal Employment Opportunity 

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category. 

Other Items to Note 

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement. 
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.