Minnesota Power’s Transmission & Distribution Planning team is seeking two Engineer I positions to help drive some of the largest and most impactful projects in the region. As an engineer on our team, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of energy - making a real difference for the climate, our customers, and our communities. This is your opportunity to gain broad, hands-on experience across all aspects of utility planning, engineering, and operations, while collaborating with talented professionals to build the grid of the future.

Minnesota Power, an ALLETE company, is an electric utility headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota.  We provide electricity in a 26,000-square-mile service area in northeastern Minnesota to 150,000 customers, including 14 municipal systems and some of the nation’s largest industrial customers. Minnesota Power is committed to a sustainable future for the climate, our customers and our communities while delivering safe and reliable energy. We play a unique and significant role in ALLETE’s sustainability-in-action strategy. Our culture drives excellence through our shared values of integrity, safety, people, and the planet.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate planning of transmission & distribution systems to ensure reliable, cost-effective service.
• Support grid modernization efforts through analysis of automation, non-wire alternatives, and DER integration.
• Conduct studies to identify system needs and recommend technology upgrades.
• Prepare planning reports and project documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on major projects.
• Coordinate system changes with external partners and regulators.
• Provide technical support for project planning and regulatory filings.
• Research new technologies to enhance reliability and integrate distributed resources.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Physics required.
  • Candidates graduating by December 31, 2026, will also be considered.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• No experience required.
• Related utility engineering experience preferred.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This position will report regularly in person to Duluth, MN. 
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Basic understanding of the electric utility industry and power systems engineering.
• Ability to work independently, solve problems creatively, and communicate effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain productive working relationships.
• Travel may be required dependent upon position responsibility.
• Position may be subject to skills, job match, and/or aptitude assessments.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• The expected annual compensation range for this position is $67,000 - $84,000. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions.
• Compensation Incentive Program
• Retirement Benefits
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance, Disability & Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development Opportunities 
• Community Engagement, and more.

Employer will not sponsor Visas for position.

External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers.

This job posting will be available for application until the position has been filled OR the posting close date noted herein, whichever date is earlier.

ALLETE is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.  

If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact our Human Resources department at 218-723-3921.

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