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Engineer I

ALLETE Inc
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Engineer I
Job ID: 5525
Company: Minnesota Power
Location: Duluth, MN
Application Close Date: 7/29/2025
Link: https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg04/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ALLETE&cws=44&rid=5525

 

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:

  • Responsible for the performance of Power Systems Applications on the Energy Management System (EMS) and Training Simulator.   
    • This software-based platform monitors power system assets, allows for physical control of those assets, and processes power system data for real-time decision making by operations personal. 
    • This application is one of the critical tools supporting the reliability of the electric system.   
  • Maintain and update the real time node-breaker oriented power system models for the internal EMS and for Minnesota Powers’ portion of the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) real-time EMS model.
  • Evaluate performance of base case power flow solution to reduce and eliminate errors and deficiencies.  
  • Review state estimator and contingency analysis for completeness and reasonability to ensure reliability under all potential scenarios.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable NERC Reliability Standards and provide evidence of compliance.
  • Coordinate data for ICCP data exchange with MISO and develops external equivalent models for systems outside of MP.
  • Serve as training resource in area(s) of expertise.
  • Develop engineering standards balancing corporate and customer needs.
  • Provide engineering expertise for internal and external customers including operators, IT, management, and others.
     

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

  • A bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent is required.
    • Candidates completing their degree by June 30, 2025 will be considered.
    • Degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred.
    • An emphasis in power systems is preferred.


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

  • No experience required. 
    • Utility engineering intern experience is desired.
       

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • These positions 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 regularly in person to Duluth, MN.
  • 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 these positions is $65,000 – $82,000. 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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