Electrical Engineer - Multiple Levels (II, III, Sr Engineer)

Take Charge of Your Career at Interstates

At Interstates, we don't just show up to work, we show up for each other. From our headquarters in Iowa to job sites across the country, we're doing award-winning electrical, controls, automation, and OT work that powers industrial facilities for clients here in the U.S. and around the world.

Whether you're bending conduit, wiring panels, writing code, supporting projects, or helping things run behind the scenes, you'll be part of a crew that works hard, shares laughs, and takes pride in doing quality work. We believe in building strong teams, doing the right thing, and making a difference in the communities where we live. If you want to grow and do meaningful work, you'll feel at home here.

As an Electrical Engineer at Interstates, you'll play a key role in developing and executing detailed, constructable designs for a diverse array of projects. We are looking for candidates with strong electrical experience who can apply their technical knowledge to real-world project challenges.

You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor peers, and build client relationships, ensuring that all deliverables meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance. This opportunity is open to engineers at various levels, with growth potential across the organization.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead & execute project designs: Develop and oversee designs from concept through completion, ensuring technical precision and constructability.
• Collaborate cross-functionally: Coordinate with internal teams, field staff, clients, vendors, utilities, and regulators to ensure project alignment and clarity.
• Facilitate site visits: Plan, conduct, and process site information to inform and improve the design process.
• Delegate & manage work: Assign and track team member responsibilities, supporting on-time delivery and strong teamwork.
• Client engagement: Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, prioritizing clear communication and feedback.
• Mentorship & training: Mentor and support team members, fostering development and the sharing of best practices.
• Ensure quality & standards: Uphold company, industry, and regulatory standards (such as NEC) in all deliverables; participate in reviews and continuous improvement.
• Leverage engineering software: Create, review, and update documentation using drafting and design tools.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field from an ABET-accredited institution.
• 2-8 years of relevant engineering experience, or a combination of education and hands-on work demonstrating required skills.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or FE certification; eligibility or attainment of a Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred (required for senior roles).
• Proficiency with electrical terminology, components, symbols, and the National Electric Code (NEC).

Preferred Qualifications & Pluses

For All Candidates

• Experience working on multidisciplinary project teams.
• Familiarity with design-build, plan/spec, or design-assist project delivery.

Electrical Engineer II

• 2-4 years' experience in electrical/project engineering.
• Exposure to field work, panel shop, or prefabrication environments.

Electrical Engineer III

• 4-8 years' experience leading projects or technical teams.
• Exposure to commissioning/startup activities and project troubleshooting.
• Client communication or early business development involvement.

Sr Electrical Engineer

• 7+ years' progressive experience, including managing complex projects or multiple design teams.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (required or obtainable).
• Experience presenting to clients, conducting sales/site visits, or participating in industry associations.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor other leaders and drive strategic or process improvement initiatives.
• Multi-state PE registration or advanced certifications (e.g., PMP, LEED).
• Experience developing company standards, delivering training, or representing the company in professional groups.

Additional "Nice to Haves" (Applicable to Any Level)

• Advanced experience in software modeling tools (Revit, BIM, Navisworks, ETAP, Bluebeam, etc.).
• Experience with drafting software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, or comparable).
• Hands-on field work during installation or troubleshooting.
• Involvement in estimating, budgeting, or project scoping.
• Leading or participating in standards improvement or quality initiatives.
• Contributions to STEM outreach, community engagement, or internal resource groups.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Engaged, collaborative teams and a culture focused on innovation and quality.
• Support for licensure, continuing education, and professional development.
• Inclusive environment with competitive benefits.

Travel: Occasional site travel may be required.

Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $76,800 to $124,300+ benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by the experience and education required, and level of responsibility. The range posted for this role represents a range that Interstates, in good faith, believes it is willing to pay at the time of this posting. The pay is determined by job related skills, training, education, and experience.

Application End Date: September 30th, 2025

In alignment with Colorado state regulations, we encourage interested candidates to submit their applications by September 30th, 2025. This will ensure your application is considered in the initial review process. Applications received after this date may be considered depending on the status of the search.

Interstates Describes Its Culture as: Family-Like

• Caring co-workers treat each other like family
• Be treated like an individual, not just a number
• Flexible schedules allow you to focus on your personal life as well as work-life
• Lunch gatherings and social activities promotes fun and camaraderie
• Support charities and your community through events sponsored and hosted by Interstates

Benefits

• Competitive Pay so you know you are valued
• 401(k) to help you plan for your future
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance with different options to meet your needs
• Vacation so you can focus on you
• Performance Bonus
• Established Career Paths to help plan your future
• Career Coaches that are focused on your success

Ready to take your engineering career further?

Apply now, specifying your years of experience and certifications/licensure.

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Interstates is an EEO provider and offers a drug-free workplace. Employment at Interstates is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without notice or cause, except as otherwise provided by law.