Electrical Designer (Hybrid/Flex)

Our growing firm is looking for passionate problem-solvers driven to make a real impact: we're hiring an Electrical Designer. Design the infrastructure that propels commerce, enables a more-sustainable impact, elevates municipal services, and creates impressive gathering spaces. At VAA, you'll have unique opportunities to utilize your talents and experience while flexing your problem-solving muscles.

The Electrical team specializes in the design of electrical power distribution and lighting systems for commercial buildings, industrial and agribusiness facilities.

Commercial projects include greenfield and tenant improvement/refurbishment of building power, energy efficient lighting and controls and emergency or standby power systems.

Industrial and agribusiness projects range from grain storage, milling and seed oil extraction, power generation and manufacturing facilities. System designs include medium and low voltage power, lighting, raceway and hazardous area classifications.

Your role:

The Designer works with Engineers and Project Managers to prepare complete construction documents and assists during the construction support phase.

• Layout plans, sections and details to specified CAD standards and generate 3D models of electrical systems working directly with engineers or project managers.

• Create on-line diagrams, power and lighting plans.

• Provide direction and distribute work to Technicians.

• Review and back-check Technician's work.

• Coordinate designs with team members and product vendors.

• Communicate with clients and/or contractors regarding RFI's and field questions.

• Review shop drawings.

• Further, develop design skills to support the advancement of technical expertise.

• Attend internal coordination meetings and client coordination meetings.

• May require occasional travel for site observations and field measurements.

Your resume must include:

• Certificate in construction-related design/drafting or higher and at least 3 years of directly related experience.

• OR at least 4 years of directly related experience in lieu of certificate.

• Basic understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC).

Starting Hourly Range: $28.50 - $33.50. A variety of factors are considered when determining an offer including, but not limited to, market data, geographic location, experience, and specialized skills.

Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, profit-sharing, 401(k), paid leave, and more!

Get to Know VAA

VAA is an Engineering, Planning and Design firm specializing in commercial projects, bulk commodity-handling facilities, and structures for value-added processing, manufacturing and distribution. VAA is one of the industry's leading firms, combining nearly a half-century of excellence with a vibrant, future-focused energy. We serve a diverse portfolio of clients, ranging from multinational corporations to local municipalities to individual farms and businesses.

Hear first-hand what it's like to work here, the range of opportunities you can find and the wealth of resources that will support you - both professionally and personally: https://vaaeng.com/careers/#careers-video

Why VAA?

• It's not all calcs and CAD around here. Join your peers for a chili cookoff or homebrew tasting... get an opportunity to dunk the CEO during our annual Community Caring Campaign. Take advantage of charitable PTO to volunteer for organizations you're passionate about. At VAA, we're committed to building community from within and making a difference in the communities where we live and work.
• Support for life/work balance: flexible schedule options, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, and fun opportunities for friendly competition
• Ongoing professional development, including mentoring, online learning and tuition reimbursement.
• An award-winning workplace, recognized by USA Today as a national 2024 and 2025 Top Workplace USA and by the Star Tribune as one of Minnesota's Top 200 Workplaces (2022/2023/2024/2025).

Let's get growing™

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VAA is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Vets/Disability employer