Senior Electrical Engineer - Telecom, Power Systems

Senior Electrical Engineer - Telecom, Power Systems

Location: Hybrid in Minneapolis, MN (must be local to the area or willing to relocate)

A growing industry leader in next-generation network infrastructure is expanding their cabinet solutions division and seeking a skilled Senior Electrical Engineer to support AC and DC power system design. This role involves spearheading the design and development of cutting-edge, ruggedized enclosures equipped with built-in power solutions for telecommunications, broadband, and utility infrastructure projects.

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a hands-on design role with a company delivering real impact in North America's digital infrastructure transformation. The ideal candidate is a power-savvy engineer with experience designing AC utility and -48VDC systems, who thrives in a collaborative environment bridging innovation and manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Shape the future of outdoor power systems, blending energy solutions with enclosure design
• Develop power configurations from utility service entrance through distribution panels and ATS, ensuring code compliance and system resiliency.
• Produce detailed documentation, including single-line diagrams, wiring schematics, load calculations, BOMs, and layout drawings.
• Define and vet power system components to ensure they meet customer specs and regulatory requirements
• Lead power system certification efforts for UL, CE, CSA, NOM, and similar regulatory approvals.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in product design, marketing, and applications engineering.
• Conduct thermal performance testing and contribute to environmental design efforts at the cabinet level.
• Offer technical expertise and assistance throughout installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting phases.
• Maintain documentation libraries and update engineering records and as-built drawings.
• Drive continuous improvement in design standards and component evaluations for future product scalability.

Requirements:

• Degree in EE or 5+ years of relevant experience in power or telecom design engineering
• Expertise with -48VDC power systems and AC infrastructure for telecom, fiber, or broadband applications.
• Proficient in AutoCAD or similar platforms for electrical drafting and modeling.
• Well-versed in NEC, IEEE, and Telcordia standards (GR-1089, GR-63, GR-487)
• Strong understanding of grounding, bonding, surge protection, and redundancy strategies.
• Familiar with major equipment vendors such as ABB, Eltek, Delta, or Eaton.
• Excellent problem-solving and documentation skills, with strong communication abilities.
• Capable of lifting 40 lbs and available for up to 25% travel

Preferred Qualifications:

• EIT certification or PE license.
• Experience supporting designs for 5G infrastructure, DAS, small cells, or micro data centers.
• Familiarity with remote power monitoring, SNMP, and BMS systems.

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