Freelance Remote Electrical Engineer Jobs in Minnesota

This is a remote role within the United States. US work authorization is required.

About VIATechnik:

VIATechnik is the global leader in Virtual Design and Construction. We have over 400 digital experts around the globe. The firm's services include Virtual Design & Construction (VDC), Building Information Modeling (BIM), Virtual & Augmented Reality, Digital Twins, and Enterprise Software Application Development.

We work on some of the industry's largest and most interesting projects such as Apple's new headquarters, Virgin Hyperloop One, Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) modernization & expansions, Denver International Airport, Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Hudson Yards, the Atlanta Falcons Stadium, Chase Arena, the Tesla Gigafactory and many more. Our team is made up of leading VDC professionals, technologists, architects, and engineers who have a passion for solving problems and a thirst for learning. We are results-driven, creative solution finders and enjoy putting ourselves in our clients' shoes.

What's in it for you:

• Purpose: this role is central to delivering constructible, thoughtful BIM solutions on large-scale electrical projects where client understanding of BIM may vary. Your leadership will help bridge communication gaps, simplify complexity, and ensure that digital coordination directly supports installation success.
• Growth: the VDC Manager position is a launching pad into larger strategic leadership roles across VIATechnik's global delivery network. You will directly contribute to our growth in digital design innovation while gaining exposure to advanced technologies like AI-integrated coordination platforms and Digital Twins.
• Motivators: If you're motivated by technical problem-solving, mentoring engineers, managing high-impact deliverables, and delivering operational clarity in ambiguity, this is a rare opportunity. You'll have autonomy and ownership while collaborating with clients like Tesla, Apple, and national transportation agencies.

What You'll Achieve in Your First 12 Months:

• Lead end-to-end delivery across 3+ complex electrical VDC projects.
• Build and strengthen client relationships through project excellence and achieve repeat work from at least 2 clients.
• Drive knowledge sharing and mentorship across a global team and develop and lead at least one internal training session on electrical coordination best practices.

Apply if you have:

• A bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or a similar discipline.
• 5+ years of experience providing implementation, training, and support in BIM and VDC.
• Managed 2-3 detailers and/or VDC Engineers.
• 3+ years of experience working for an electrical trade contractor.
• Experience in combining and coordinating BIM updates, running clash detection on revised components and communicating results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience modeling, drafting, producing drawings, and reading electrical plans.
• Capability to work effectively in a self-directed way within an extremely fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• The ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• A proactive and flexible attitude; willingness to take an "all hands on deck" approach.
• Ability to work some early and/or late hours to coordinate with project teams in other countries.
• Experience leading online meetings and training sessions across remote project teams using platforms.

Even better if you have:

• Field construction experience.
• Been involved in the administrative side of projects: invoicing, budgeting, scheduling, and forecasting.
• Knowledge of other primary building systems: foundations, primary building structure and walls, electrical, fire protection, specialty systems, conveying systems and interior finishes and the sequence of assembly of each.
• Experience managing BIM and VDC across a project lifecycle.
• Understanding of real world constructability of modeled systems.
• A portfolio of work you can share.
• Proven track record of effectively working with and managing teams remotely.
• Background in providing professional services to clients.

Compensation and featured benefits:

• The pay for this position is $100,000– $120,000, plus a $10,000 sign-on bonus, and the role is eligible for bonuses. The actual salary offer may be different as we carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, location, and experience
• Health insurance with the choice of five plan options. We cover 70-95% of premiums for VIATechies and 65% of the premiums for dependents (depending on the plan chosen)
• Dental and vision insurance. We cover up to 75% of the monthly insurance premiums for VIATechies and up to 50% of the premiums for dependents (depending on the plans chosen)
• Open and flexible time off
• A 401(k) plan that is fully vested immediately
• Home office setup costs
• Paid holidays

As a minority and woman owned and led company, VIATechnik seeks to build a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. VIATechnik is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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