Electrical Engineer

Company: Synectics Inc
Location: Osseo
Posted on: January 28, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Details The team handles day?to?day maintenance and corrective work at substations. Engineers will lead for?like replacements and upgrades of substation equipment (e.g., breakers, switches, transformers, relays, bushings, arresters) Perform troubleshooting, initiate projects, order materials, develop/adjust designs as needed (brownfield-no greenfield design) Coordinate with construction to execute, manage schedules, and ensure communications to all stakeholders (construction, substation maintenance team, etc.). Deliverables include scoped work packages, materials requisitions, field coordination, and completion of replacement/maintenance activities Weekly field visits to substations (1-2x/week) are common; field time counts toward regular hours and can be flexed (e.g., if in the field Monday, work from home Tuesday). Activities include scope definition, troubleshooting, site visits, coordinating with crews, stakeholder communication, and project follow?ups. Hybrid schedule: Mon/Fri work from home; Tue-Thu on?site. Typically 8 hours/day (e.g., 8:00-4:30 or 9:00-5:00). Field work at substations (high?risk environment) Qualifications : Electrical Engineering degree (required). Substation equipment knowledge and field troubleshooting experience or strong willingness to be in the field. Familiarity with brownfield replacement/maintenance workflows. Stakeholder coordination and project initiation/materials ordering. Software: SAP, ProjectWise, and basic PLC/logic programming a plus (not required). Problem solving, teamwork/collaboration, and professional communication (especially with field crews) Role A (mid?level): ~5 years preferred; Minnesota PE preferred (Wisconsin PE also valued). Role B: 0-5 years acceptable (manager prefers experience but is open to early?career if needed). Minnesota PE preferred for the senior position Wisconsin PE also appreciated. Not stated as a strict must?have for both roles Field experience in substations and basic PLC/logic programming familiarity. Benefits: Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics. Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st. Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification. Synectics is an equal opportunity employer. Company Description Synectics is a leading staffing and workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top organizations. We specialize in IT, engineering, finance, healthcare, and professional services recruitment, offering both contract and permanent staffing solutions. With a people-first approach, we focus on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates to create long-term, successful matches. Our mission is to empower businesses with the right talent while helping professionals achieve rewarding career opportunities Company Description Synectics is a leading staffing and workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top organizations. We specialize in IT, engineering, finance, healthcare, and professional services recruitment, offering both contract and permanent staffing solutions. With a people-first approach, we focus on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates to create long-term, successful matches. Our mission is to empower businesses with the right talent while helping professionals achieve rewarding career opportunities

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