Job Description

Designer II - Substation Maintenance

$72,000 - $89,000 | Hybrid with in-person reporting to Duluth, MN

Join Our Team! Build the infrastructure that powers Minnesota's future. As a member of Minnesota Power's Power Delivery Engineering team, you'll play an important role in strengthening the electric grid that serves communities, businesses, and major industries across northeastern Minnesota. From supporting grid reliability to enabling the clean energy transition, your work will have a lasting impact on the customers and communities that depend on us every day. You'll gain hands-on exposure to critical substation infrastructure, collaborate with experienced professionals across multiple disciplines, and contribute to projects that move from concept to completion. If you're looking for meaningful work, technical challenges, and the opportunity to see the direct results of your efforts in the field, this is a career where you can make a difference.

What You’ll Do:

• Design and modify control systems and physical infrastructure for medium-, high-, and extra-high-voltage substations.
• Prepare the AutoCAD drawings and related engineering records for substation projects and maintenance activities.
• Conduct site inspections, gather field data, and verify existing conditions to support engineering and construction initiatives.
• Create maintenance programs and technical recommendations for substation equipment.
• Analyze equipment condition and identify repair, refurbishment, or replacement priorities.
• Develop design solutions that address operational needs, equipment performance, and system enhancements.
• Prepare project scopes, schedules, technical documentation, and design packages.
• Coordinate activities with contractors, consultants, operations personnel, and other project stakeholders.
• Source and evaluate replacement equipment, including alternatives for obsolete components.
• Respond to technical issues and provide engineering support during maintenance and construction operations.
• Ensure work complies with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company practices.

What You’ll Bring

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Electrical Design, Drafting, or a related technical field, or equivalent certification, along with demonstrated competency in electrical design.
• Six years or more of experience in utility, industrial, engineering design, construction, or related technical environments.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar engineering design software.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel to substations and project locations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with engineers, field personnel, and customers.

How You'll Stand Out

• Experience with an electric utility, substations, utility infrastructure, industrial power environment, or a consulting engineering firm.
• Experience supporting maintenance, asset management, or capital replacement programs.
• Knowledge of medium-, high-, and extra-high-voltage systems with knowledge of safety practices while working around energized equipment.
• Familiarity with NESC, NEC, NFPA, ANSI, and IEEE standards.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam Revu.

Special Requirements:

• Hybrid work eligibility is based on business needs.
• This position is subject to NERC CIP (North American Electric Reliability Corporation - Critical Infrastructure Protection) standards.
• This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.

Our Company:

Headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, Minnesota Power, an ALLETE company, delivers safe, reliable energy to homes, communities, and major industries across northeastern Minnesota while advancing a long-term commitment to sustainability. As a key contributor to ALLETE's clean energy strategy, we're guided by shared values of safety, integrity, people, and the planet while creating meaningful opportunities for employees at every stage of their careers.

Duluth is located on Lake Superior, with stunning scenic views, many nearby parks, and abundant outdoor recreation for all seasons.

Compensation & Benefits

The expected annual compensation range for this position is $72,000 - $89,000. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions.

Additionally, this position qualifies for a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 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.

This position is open to candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States. The Company may consider employment-based visa sponsorship for this 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 based on business need without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability, or any other status otherwise protected by law.

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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