Mortenson Construction

Engineer I

Mortenson Construction$78K — $98K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering field by summer 2027
  • Applicable mathematical skills
  • Willingness to relocate frequently for projects
  • Possess a valid driver's license with reliable transportation
  • Internship experience preferred

Responsibilities

  • Perform basic engineering tasks and calculations under supervision
  • Collaborate with design teams for compliance and coordination
  • Review vendor documentation and validate field conditions
  • Gather technical data and recommend solutions to partners and customers
  • Contribute to detailed design work alongside senior engineers
  • Understand technical designs and follow engineering policies and standards

Benefits

  • Medical and prescription drug plans with no additional cost vision coverage
  • Dental plan
  • 401k retirement plan with generous matching
  • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
  • Employer paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • No-cost mental health resources and work-life tools
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Adoption assistance
  • Gym membership discounts
Full Job Description
Job Description

Locations: Minneapolis, MN; Denver, CO; Fargo, ND; San Antonio, Texas

As an Engineer I, you will support and complete the full cycle of field coordination actions with team members, subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.

Responsibilities:
  • Performs basic engineering tasks and calculations under supervision, supporting project design and execution across multiple phases including engineering support for proposals, estimating, procurement, detailed design and construction.
  • Collaborate with design teams to ensure coordination and compliance with standards, customer requirements and best practices.
  • Assists in reviewing vendor documentation, validating field conditions, and resolving site issues.
  • Interfaces with operating group partners, customers and gathers technical data to recommend solutions.
  • Contributes to detailed design work and supports senior engineers.
  • Basic understanding of discipline specific technical designs, follows business standards/procedures, Quality control procedures, and engineering policies
  • ABET accredited degree, EIT preferred and ability to get PE license in the future (SCADA roles not required)
  • Ability to work on a team and perform individual tasks


Additional Information:
  • It is likely and anticipated for Mortenson team members to participate on traveling project assignments throughout their careers. Depending upon the operating group, frequent mobility may be required
  • We are currently seeking individuals to join us in 2027


Project Assignment:

You will have the opportunity to join our team in one of our many groups, with placement aligned by individual interests and evolving organizational priorities. Project and team placement promote meaningful work, professional growth, and broad exposure to strategic initiatives that drive enterprise impact.

Examples of our groups include but are not limited to:

  • Electrical/Computer Engineer Roles:
    • Battery Storage
    • Wind
    • Solar
    • System Studies
    • SCADA
    • Substation Protection and Controls/Relay
    • Substation Physical
    • Substation Application
    • EV/Microgrid
  • Civil/Structural Engineer Roles
    • Substation Structural
    • Pile Design
    • Transmission Line
    • Civil Grading


Required Qualifications:

Cultivate your skills in your chosen field of study and build your career with Mortenson. We look forward to hearing from you if you:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineers, Civil Engineers, Structural Engineers, Computer Engineering/Science or related major by summer 2027
  • Applicable mathematical skills
  • Are willing to be mobile / relocate frequently, for project assignments, based on needs of the business
  • Possess a current driver's license and have access to reliable transportation


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Have previous related internship experience
  • Have a basic understanding of construction and generally accepted business practices
  • Demonstrate strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills and show initiative and leadership
  • Showcase a positive and professional attitude and exemplary customer service skills
  • Are detail-oriented, organized, and can effectively handle multiple competing priorities


The base compensation range for this role is $78,800 - $98,500. This position is eligible for a potential annual bonus. Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skill and experience with consideration given to internal equity.

Mortenson provides a comprehensive benefit program to team members and their families to support their health, build long term financial security and provide the opportunity for work and life balance.

Benefits offered to non-craft, non-union, full-time team members include:
  • Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
  • Dental plan
  • 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
  • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
  • Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Gym Membership Discount Program


Please make note:
  • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
  • Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.


About Mortenson Construction

Mortenson Construction is a construction company that provides services in the areas of commercial, institutional, and energy construction. The company offers planning, design, and construction management services for various projects, including healthcare, education, sports, and entertainment facilities, as well as wind, solar, and hydroelectric power plants. Mortenson Construction serves clients in the public and private sectors, including federal, state, and local governments, as well as commercial and institutional clients. The company was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Learn more about Mortenson Construction
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$5 billion

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