Job ID: 5404
Company: Minnesota Power
Location: Duluth, MN
Application Close Date: 1/9/2025
Link: https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg04/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ALLETE&cws=43&rid=5404

Minnesota Power, an ALLETE company, is an electric utility headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota.  We provide electricity in a 26,000-square-mile service area in northeastern Minnesota to 150,000 customers, including 14 municipal systems and some of the nation’s largest industrial customers. Minnesota Power is committed to a sustainable future for the climate, our customers and our communities while delivering safe and reliable energy. We play a unique and significant role in ALLETE’s sustainability-in-action strategy. Our culture drives excellence through our shared values of integrity, safety, people, and the planet.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide technical support for project planning, development and implementation.
• Work with a cross-functional team to execute and close out projects.
• Expand utility telecommunications systems to support utility projects including:
  • Fiber Optic Plant
  • MPLS System
  • Microwave Radio System
  • Land Mobile Radio System
• Research new technology for potential corporate application.
• Support the maintenance and security of utility telecommunications systems to ensure critical communications are not interrupted.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• A bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent is required
  • Candidates completing their degree by June 30, 2025 will be considered
  • Electrical Engineering degree is preferred

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• No experience required
  • Utility engineering intern experience desired

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with:
  • MPLS
  • Land Mobile Radio
  • Microwave Radio
  • Basic understanding of communication mediums and protocols used in industrial settings (Serial RS-232, RS-485, Ethernet, etc.)
• Previous electrical utility experience.
• Previous telecommunications experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This position may be considered for a hybrid work arrangement based on ALLETE’s needs. A Hybrid work arrangement means the employee's position will be a blend of work performed both in-person and at an offsite location such as an employee's home office. This position will report to Duluth, MN
• Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required to establish and maintain positive working relationships
• This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude

BENEFITS:

The expected annual compensation range for this position is $$64,000 – $80,000. 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 an Incentive Program, Retirement Benefits, Medical, Dental & Vision Plans, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences, and more.

Employer will not sponsor Visas for 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 without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.  

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 218-723-7553.

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