Senior Engineer Supervisor - Electrical
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Twin Cities, MN
Job posting number: #7361876
Posted: June 23, 2026
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Position ResponsibilitiesSupervision (30%)
● Supervise the University Electrical Utilities trade crew; Monitor and direct operations and maintenance activities.
● Maintain compliance with safety equipment inspection schedules.
Asset Manager (30%)
● Ensure the preventive maintenance program advances as equipment and their requirements change.
● Responsible for all electrical equipment falling under the jurisdiction of Energy Management.
● Work in asset management platforms, such as EAM and GIS.
● Coordinate building outages for Electrical repair and project work.
● Assist with long-range planning to economically comply with applicable codes and standards and protect assets.
Administration (15%)
● Develop, implement and maintain policies and procedures as necessary to ensure compliance with all federal, state and local codes (building, fire, environmental, etc.), as well as University policies.
● Administer approved operations and maintenance budgets.
● Help to manage Electric Utilities SOP library.
● Coordinate material and equipment procurement for maintenance needs.
● Oversee service and procurement contracts.
Technical Support (15%)
● Proactively investigate infrastructure problems Provide technical support to those responsible for the repair, maintenance, and operation of electric utility infrastructure.
● Develop maintenance standards for electrical equipment.
● Develop and prepare designs of minimal complexity for in-house construction projects and prepare cost estimates to complete the work.
Project Coordination (10%)
● Support design review to ensure conformity with work/operational practices.
● Assist in scheduling necessary outages to support capital projects.
Salary Range:
$100,000 - 125,000 per year
Qualifications
Required qualifications
Graduate from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and at least eight years of progressively responsible experience, preferably in operations and maintenance of electrical power distribution equipment.
A minimum of six years of supervisory experience, preferably in facilities engineering and/or maintenance.
Preferred qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology.
Prior experience working in a university, hospital, electric utility, or other large, multi-building campus setting.
Demonstrated ability to supervise electrical trades in operation and maintenance of medium and low voltage distribution systems, renewables, and emergency generators.
Proven ability to maintain safety and operational performance standards.
Experience utilizing asset management software including GIS, SCADA systems, EAM, and/or a CMMS.
Competent in advancing existing preventive maintenance programs.
Proven skill in Microsoft Office and Google suite.
Ability to exercise reasonable judgement in application and interpretation of construction standards and building code requirements.
Ability to work collaboratively with others and resolve problems.
Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks.


