Systems Design Engineer I / II - Future Opening

Systems Design Engineer I / II – Future OpeningLocation: Minneapolis, MN: candidates interested in New Orleans, LA or Sioux Falls, SD may also be considered.Ready to Start Building Your Career?Graduating in December 2026 or May 2027 - or ready to take the next step in your early career? Put your technical skills and problem-solving mindset to work on real industrial and agricultural projects at VAA.As a Systems Design Engineer, you'll work alongside experienced engineers and design specialists to help develop the equipment layouts and systems that make complex facilities work. You'll contribute to real client projects, collaborate across disciplines and build your technical skills as you take on increasing responsibility.Come ready to learn, contribute and grow. Your career is just getting started.Your RoleCurious about how equipment, systems and operations all fit together inside a facility? Systems Design brings those pieces into one coordinated design.Working under the direction of a Senior Facility Design Engineer or Facility Design Specialist, you'll have opportunities to:Prepare process design documents, including models, drawings and specifications for equipment and systemsPrepare and edit drawings and specifications to meet VAA and client standardsApply VAA design standards and quality control processes to project deliverablesCollaborate with engineering and design disciplines to coordinate multidisciplinary projectsAssist with technical reports, proposals, project scopes, schedules and budgetsWork directly with project teams to deliver accurate, high-quality design workVisit project sites to verify existing conditions, take field measurements and identify design and coordination needsCommunicate project progress, challenges and successes with project leadsOccasional travel may be required for site observations and field measurements.What Your Career at VAA Could Look LikeDo meaningful work. Contribute to real industrial and agricultural projects from the start.Learn from the pros. Work closely with experienced engineers and design specialists as you build your skills.See the bigger picture. Learn how equipment, structures, processes and operations come together in one coordinated facility design.Work across disciplines. Collaborate with teams throughout VAA to help deliver integrated project solutions.Get out there. Visit jobsites, take field measurements and see projects beyond your computer screen.Keep growing. Take on increasingly complex assignments and greater responsibility as your experience develops.Build your future. Develop the technical, communication and problem-solving skills that can take your career in new directions.What You BringSystems Design Engineer IBachelor's degree in Feed Science and Management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biosystems Engineering or a related four-year engineering programGraduating in December 2026 or May 2027, or recently graduatedStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary teamWorking knowledge of Microsoft OfficeExperience with engineering software and AutoCAD/Revit is a plus. Experience preparing equipment and instrumentation datasheets, procurement lists and vendor Requests for Proposals (RFPs) is also a plus.Systems Design Engineer IIBachelor's degree in Feed Science and Management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biosystems Engineering or a related four-year engineering programMinimum of two years of relevant experienceAbility to apply standard engineering techniques and procedures with greater independence while working within established review processesHow the Levels DifferSystems Design Engineer I is an entry-level position focused on building fundamental professional and technical skills while working under close supervision.Systems Design Engineer II builds on those fundamentals, applying standard techniques and procedures with less supervision. Completed work continues to receive thorough technical review.Starting Annual Salary Range: $69,000–$85,000A variety of factors are considered when determining an offer, including market data, geographic location, experience and specialized skills.Benefits That Grow With YouHealth, dental and vision insurance; life insurance; profit sharing/401(k); discretionary bonus program; paid leave; professional development opportunities; and more.Get to Know VAAVAA is an Engineering, Planning and Design firm specializing in commercial projects, bulk commodity-handling facilities, and structures for value-added processing, manufacturing and distribution. For nearly 50 years, our multidisciplinary teams have worked together to solve complex challenges for clients across the country.Hear first-hand what it's like to work here, the opportunities you can find and the resources that will support you - professionally and personally:Watch the VAA Careers VideoLet's Get Growing™Your career. Your talents. Your network.Ready to start your career? Apply today!Engineering: #VAA #Engineer #Engineering #SystemsDesignEngineerVAA is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Vets/Disability employer

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