Electrical Engineer III
Job Description
KFI Engineers PC is seeking an Electrical Engineer III in Fargo, ND to support delivery of projects from start to finish. In this onsite role, you will apply electrical engineering expertise across design, analysis, documentation, and coordination while keeping customer expectations aligned throughout the project lifecycle.
The position also contributes to business development through proposals and customer meetings, partnering with project teams and contractors to ensure technical accuracy and contracted scope compliance.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the design of power distribution systems, including sizing motor feeders and designing motor starters/drives.
- Support building general power, HVAC, and lighting systems, including special systems such as grounding electrode systems, emergency backup generators, and UPS.
- Evaluate existing power distribution systems and develop designs to add additional distribution for plant expansions or additions.
- Assist with voltage drop and short-circuit calculations, and perform arc fault analysis using SKM or a similar calculation tool.
- Prepare engineering documents and equipment specifications to meet the contracted scope of work and apply electrical engineering principles.
- Coordinate with other departments, project team members, and contractors.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Minimum of 8 years of electrical engineering experience following graduation.
- Professional Engineering (PE) certification or willingness to pursue this designation.
- Project experience and working knowledge of electrical design for building projects.
- Knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD.
- Strong electrical design expertise across various industries and processes.
- Comprehensive understanding of Electrical, Mechanical, Civil and Structural Engineering construction practices.
- In-depth knowledge of industry codes and standards, including NEC, NFPA, NESC, and ANSI/IEEE.
- Experience in infrastructure design for manufacturing facilities.
- Demonstrated leadership, including influence with stakeholders, strong client relationship building, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, plus effective meeting management.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond quickly to changing direction and project demands.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
- Proficiency with computer technology and business software, including Microsoft Office.
- Travel may be required, up to 25% domestic travel.
Technologies
- Revit
- AutoCAD
- SKM
- NEC
- NFPA
- NESC
- ANSI/IEEE
- Microsoft Office
Benefits
- Health, dental and vision insurance coverage
- Virtual health services
- Health Savings Account (HSA) & Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) for HDHP enrollees with KFI contributions
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) plan
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance, life and AD&D insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off to include Earned Sick and Safe Time in accordance with state laws
- Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Company Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Bereavement Leave
- Voluntary benefits offered include life, accident, critical illness coverage
- Annual bonus
- Salary Range: $110,500 - $138,500 annually
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in industrial and heavy industrial market segments.
- Experience in infrastructure design for industrial facilities.
- Design experience with power systems primarily consisting of motor loads.
- Experience with electrical designs in hazardous areas, primarily explosive gas and dust type rated spaces.
Working Conditions
- Some work locations may involve tough terrain typical of construction sites and may require lifting or moving field testing equipment.
Other details: This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship. KFI Engineers PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer for Veterans and Disabilities. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.