Remote Electrical Distribution Designer Jobs in Minnesota

Description

ELECTRICAL DESIGNER
This position can work remotely from anywhere within the United States.

About ProKey Facilities

ProKey Facilities delivers an innovative approach to all aspects of maintaining a facility – from problem solving to common sense solutions. Our team of experts provide valuable insights into the condition of a facility’s assets, helping customers make informed decisions that drive efficiency, reduce cost, and ensure the longevity of their investment.

Backed by ArchKey Solutions, ProKey stands as a game-changer in the realm of integrated facility services delivering reliability, efficiency and optimized performance for MEP systems. We’re not just energizing infrastructure, we’re energizing careers, communities, and the future.

Made up of the brightest minds in the industry, our team is our greatest asset bringing knowledge, skills, and experience to every project. This is more than a call to join us, it’s an invitation to be part of a visionary journey, to grow with us as we scale.

About the Position

As an Electrical Designer, you will be responsible for pre-engineering, modeling, and reporting power system studies utilizing SKM, providing electrical power, communication, and design services, along with supporting project schedules and quality control to achieve safe, high-quality, and efficient project outcomes.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Has a growth mindset and is always looking to continually learn and grow.
• Has strong knowledge of the National Electric Code and other building codes as they relate to design.
• Has strong communication skills and ability to support field electricians.

Day in the Life

• Reviews project assignments, schedules, and client requirements for upcoming arc flash, coordination, and short-circuit studies.
• Performs pre-engineering assessments to verify system configuration, utility information, protective device coordination needs, and available fault current assumptions.
• Develops and update electrical system models in SKM Power*Tools, including buses, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, panelboards, generators, and protective devices.
• Validates model accuracy against construction drawings, equipment submittals, and field-collected data prior to analysis.
• Executes short-circuit, protective device coordination, and arc flash hazard analyses in accordance with NFPA 70E and IEEE 1584 methodologies.
• Interprets study results to identify equipment with elevated incident energy levels and recommend mitigation strategies when required.
• Creates and revises electrical one-line diagrams and supporting documentation in AutoCAD to reflect existing conditions and study updates.
• Generates arc flash labels, coordination plots, and technical reports from SKM for client deliverables.
• Coordinates with project managers, field technicians, and customer representatives to resolve discrepancies and obtain missing system information.
• Participates in internal design and study review meetings to ensure technical accuracy, code compliance, and adherence to company standards.
• Tracks project progress, maintains organized study files, and supports multiple concurrent customer projects with varying schedules and priorities.
• Provide technical support during customer review meetings by explaining study findings, assumptions, and recommended corrective actions.
• Performs circuit layouts, electrical power, communication systems and lighting design services, job scheduling, job completion, quality control, problem resolution, coordination, job communication, job tracking and Company client satisfaction activities for assigned projects, to achieve safety, high quality, and efficiency of work.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited university or 2–5 years of experience in electrical power systems, consulting engineering, or industrial electrical engineering.
• Working knowledge of electrical distribution systems from low voltage through medium voltage.
• Experience performing or supporting arc flash, short-circuit, and protective device coordination studies.
• Proficiency using SKM Power*Tools (or similar power system analysis software such as ETAP or EasyPower).
• Experience creating and modifying electrical one-line diagrams using AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70E, IEEE 1584, and the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical construction drawings, specifications, and equipment submittals.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare technical reports and present findings to internal teams and customers.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
• Trained and proficient with design techniques, electrical specifications, documentation, and systems design work. Skills to read, interpret and understand electrical contracts, plans, drawings, and specifications. Knowledge of the National Electric Code and other building codes as they relate to design.

Salary Range

• $87,600 - $105,100 depending on experience.

Travel

• Occasional travel may be required.

Benefits

At ArchKey Solutions, our benefits package includes competitive health insurance options (medical, dental, and vision), a robust 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holidays, and access to wellness programs. Additionally, we offer professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance programs to support your growth and well-being. We ensure that our benefits are designed to promote the health, security, and work-life balance of our employees. Additional information is available at Archkey.com.

Legal & Fraud Disclaimer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. #MN50-1

Beware of fraudulent job postings. ArchKey Solutions only communicates through official channels. All official communication will come from an @archkey.com email address and we will never ask for financial information, payments, or personal details outside of the standard hiring process. To confirm the legitimacy of a job, visit our careers page or reach out to a member of our Talent Acquisition team.