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# Professional Engineer, Electrical   |   Bring Your Expertise; We'll Teach You to Power Airports at TKDA

- **Company:** TKDA
- **Location:** Bloomington, MN
- **Compensation:** $94k–$135k
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-10-22
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-23
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/tkda/cd28f190-2d12-4a6f-bc87-90dcc192a0c7

## Job description

Bring Your Expertise to Power the Future of Aviation Infrastructure We’re looking for a professional electrical engineer to work alongside a team of aviation enthusiasts. Whether you have had the opportunity to work on airport and airfield electrical infrastructure projects or not, our answer is the same – great! Many of the skills that make electrical engineers successful in designing airfield lighting, power, and communications systems are transferrable from various projects across the commercial, industrial, institutional, utility, and transportation sectors. In fact, most of our team members started their careers in areas outside the aviation sector before they discovered the fascinating world of airport and airfield infrastructure design. Our team includes experienced engineers, planners, and technical specialists who are passionate about sharing their expertise, mentoring teammates, and helping others grow. That said, we want to know more about your curiosity and eagerness to learn, your ability to collaborate across disciplines and geographies, and your passion to design solutions for whatever engineering challenge you are presented with. We’ll take it from there and provide the support, technical guidance, and hands-on project experience needed to build a rewarding career in this unique field within our industry. No matter where you’re coming from, we can teach you all there is to know about airfield electrical design, including airfield lighting, NAVAIDs, airport power systems, communications networks, and airfield controls. In other words, we can teach airport electrical infrastructure design all day, every day. We can’t teach curiosity. So, show us what you’ve got, and we’ll show you what else you can do!

## What You'll Do

Design Critical Infrastructure

- Design electrical systems supporting commercial, general aviation, and air defense facilities.
- Develop designs for power distribution systems, lighting systems, control systems, emergency generators, communications systems, and airport infrastructure.
- Support the design and implementation of airfield lighting systems, signage, NAVAIDs, electrical vaults, and associated control equipment.
- Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates.
- Utilize AutoCAD, Revit, and other engineering design tools to develop project deliverables.

Collaborate and Grow

- Work alongside Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Architectural, and Electrical professionals on multidisciplinary projects.
- Learn directly from experienced aviation engineers and technical specialists.
- Expand your understanding of FAA requirements, airport operations, aviation infrastructure systems, and electrical design applications unique to the aviation environment.
- Participate in field investigations, site visits, and construction observation activities.

Build Relationships

- Participate in client meetings and project planning discussions.
- Assist with proposal development and project pursuits.
- Support deeply rooted relations with legacy client representatives and assist in cultivating new and emerging relations to advance and expand TKDA’s services within the greater aviation sector.
- Develop trusted relationships with airport clients, stakeholders, contractors, and project teams.

What Success Looks Like

In this role, you might spend one day designing power distribution systems and backup power infrastructure for an airport facility and the next reviewing airfield lighting systems that help pilots safely navigate runways and taxiways. You'll have opportunities to:

- Deepen your electrical engineering expertise.
- Learn specialized aviation infrastructure systems.
- Grow your project management responsibilities.
- Expand your client-facing experience.
- Develop into a technical leader within a growing aviation practice.

## What You'll Bring

- Accredited bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and a minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience involving power, lighting, control, or signal system design.
- Experience with electrical distribution equipment, lighting systems, transformers, panelboards, and related infrastructure combined with knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
- Experience using AutoCAD and Revit.
- Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering and design teams.
- Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record with an ability to travel periodically (approximately 10-15%) for project meetings, site visits, conferences, and client engagements.

## Nice to Have

- Professional Engineer (PE) registration; Minnesota preferred.
- Experience supporting commercial, industrial, institutional, utility, transportation, or infrastructure-related projects.
- Experience with medium-voltage power distribution systems.
- Experience with emergency power systems, communications systems, controls, or industrial power applications.
- Familiarity with FAA Advisory Circulars, Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), or airport infrastructure projects.
- Previous experience preparing project scopes, fee estimates, or technical proposals.

100% Employee-Owned At TKDA, every employee is an owner. From the front desk to the corner office, every one of our 450 professionals thrive on collaboration and holistic development. Our success is collective, and so are the rewards.

Comprehensive Benefits Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan 401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up and what it looks like to be part of our community.

TKDA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, all applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

**All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future visa sponsorship needs or requirements.**TKDA does not sponsor any type of employment visas, including but not limited to H‑1B, F‑1 OPT/CPT, TN, or other work authorization programs.

*Pre-Employment Screening* Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.

***Notice to Recruiters and Placement Agencies*** TKDA will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or placement agencies unless a service agreement is in place. In the event TKDA receives an unsolicited resume without a service agreement in place, TKDA will not be obligated to pay a service fee of any amount nor will TKDA be held liable to terms or conditions under any agreement of any kind that has not been authorized in writing by a TKDA officer.

## About TKDA

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: TKDA is a 100% employee-owned engineering, architecture, and planning firm providing comprehensive infrastructure, industrial, and water solutions across the United States.
- **Entity Type**: Private (100% employee-owned via ESOP)
- **Headquarters**: Bloomington, Minnesota, United States
- **Founded**: 1910
- **Founders**: Not publicly available (founded as Toltz, King, Duvall, Anderson and Associates)

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Civil Engineering, Architecture, Planning, Industrial & Manufacturing, Transportation, Water/Wastewater, Energy, Buildings & Sites
- **Target customers**: B2B – public agencies (municipalities, transportation authorities), private industrial clients, and institutional clients (education, healthcare)
- **Mission statement**: “To provide sustainable design services that build upon our tradition of providing trusted solutions and creating value for our clients, communities, and employees since 1910.” [tkda.com](https://www.tkda.com/about/guiding-principles/)

## Products & Services
- **Industrial & Manufacturing**: Building design, energy solutions, process engineering for ag/food, mining, manufacturing, and industrial facilities.
- **Transportation**: Aviation, rail, surface transportation infrastructure planning and design.
- **Buildings & Sites**: Education, civic, parks, public works, transportation facilities.
- **Water**: Water treatment, wastewater, surface water management.
- **Energy**: Industrial energy systems and regulatory compliance.

(All services are professional consulting – engineering, architecture, planning; delivered as project-based service.)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (100% employee-owned, no public valuation)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue: $250M (LinkedIn estimate) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/tkda)
- **Headcount**: 335 employees (+5.9% YoY, +26 people) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/tkda)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not applicable (employee-owned; no external investors). Key clients include public agencies and industrial companies nationwide.
- **Growth Signals**: Steady headcount growth (5.9% YoY), multiple offices across the US (Bloomington, Downers Grove, Duluth, Wauwatosa, Seattle, San Bernardino), and active hiring for senior roles. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/tkda)

## Competitive Advantages
- **100% Employee-Owned (ESOP)**: Every employee is an owner, aligning incentives and fostering a strong ownership culture.
- **Multi-disciplinary In-House Team**: Engineers, architects, planners, and specialists collaborate under one roof, providing integrated solutions.
- **Longevity and Reputation**: Founded in 1910, with over a century of trusted project delivery.
- **“One TKDA” Approach**: Cross-location, cross-disciplinary teams tailored to each project’s unique needs.

## Strategic Focus
- Continuously pursue advancement in employee development, innovation, and lifelong learning.
- Expand into new markets (e.g., current offices in Midwest, Pacific Northwest, and California) while deepening expertise in water, transportation, and industrial sectors.
- Maintain flexible/hybrid work environment to attract top talent.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: 100% employee-owned – every employee has a stake in the company’s success. Encourages open communication, idea sharing, and collaboration.
- **Work Environment**: Flexible/hybrid work model with adaptive scheduling and remote options. “We empower our team with the flexibility to balance work with personal well-being.” [tkda.com](https://www.tkda.com/about/careers/)
- **Benefits**: ESOP distribution, 401(k) match, compensation for all hours worked, annual incentive plan, PTO, medical/dental/vision, HSA/FSA, family leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development, mentorship programs.
- **Engineering Culture**: Hands-on experience from day one, structured intern program, multiple career paths (technical expert, project manager, business developer).
- **Diversity & Inclusion**: Active Women’s Resource Group, commitment to DEI.

## Sources
1. [tkda.com](https://www.tkda.com/) – Company overview, guiding principles
2. [tkda.com](https://www.tkda.com/about/careers/) – Careers page with culture, benefits, and ESOP details
3. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/tkda) – LinkedIn company page with employee count, revenue, revenue growth, office locations, open positions
4. [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/tkda) – Built In profile with perks and culture summary

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