Careers
Are you interested in a career in the electric utility industry? Bookmark this page and check back often for opportunities at Otter Tail Power Company.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
To apply online:
- Go to the Otter Tail Power Company jobs page.
- Click on a job title to review the posting and to apply.
- Your resume will remain on file and you may update it at any time.
To contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need assistance completing the application process, please email otpjobopps@otpco.com.
Current openings
Manager, Legislative Affairs
Location
Fergus Falls or St. Paul, Minnesota
Responsibilities
You’ll provide oversight of legislative affairs in Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota, monitor energy policy at the federal level, and educate legislators on industry trends and company-related issues. You’ll also lobby to gain support for company positions, provide testimony before legislative committees to enhance lawmaker understanding of company concerns, monitor federal legislative affairs, and manage relationships with congressional offices, other utilities, utility industry groups, non-governmental organizations, and trade associations. Secure personal donations for employee political action committee (PAC) funds, manage PACs and make disbursement decisions in conjunction with employee PAC boards.
Qualifications
For this role, we require a bachelor’s degree in business, economics, political science, environmental science, or engineering. An advanced degree in business or law and broad knowledge of all aspects of the utility business is beneficial. We’re looking for an understanding of legislative processes and partisan politics, the ability to read legislative bill proposals and interpret them considering current statutes, and the skills needed to synthesize information on the political environment that is not available from public sources and present recommendations to management. Strong communication and relationship-building skills are vital.
Significant overnight travel is expected and required as you’ll work between Fergus Falls and St. Paul on a regular basis. Selected candidates will be required to complete a pre-interview assessment.
Resume deadline
October 27, 2019Apply online at Otter Tail Power Company Jobs page.
Operator Trainee
Location
Coyote Station, Beulah, North Dakota
Responsibilities
Job duties include training to become a plant operator and requires shift work.
Applicant will be required to complete an aptitude inventory.
Qualifications
An associate degree in power plant or process technology or equivalent work experience is preferred. The applicant must be mechanically inclined, be able to wear a respirator, able to lift 40 – 50 pounds and must have a valid driver's license.
Resume deadline
October 18, 2019Apply online at Otter Tail Power Company Jobs page.
Electrical Engineering Intern
Location
Fergus Falls, Bemidji, and Morris, MN: Jamestown and Devils Lake, ND
Responsibilities
We are currently seeking qualified student applicants to fill Electrical Engineering Intern positions at various locations (Fergus Falls, Bemidji and Morris, MN: and Jamestown and Devils Lake, ND). The timeframe for these Intern positions is from mid-May to mid-August 2020.
The duties of the Intern may include:
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Perform various technical analyses of the existing and planned transmission or distribution system in the upper Midwest in order to reliably serve our customers while maintaining efficient use of the transmission or distribution system.
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Data gathering, system updates and supporting existing engineering staff with their on-going efforts.
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Work with computer software simulations to conduct various types of transmission or distribution system analyses.
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Utilize computer tools to monitor the performance of the transmission or distribution grid.
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Provide software support within the Energy Management System related environments. Duties may include software development, display building and maintenance and development of application and user documentation.
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Work closely with engineers, system operators and multiple departments as required to facilitate job duties.
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Perform various short circuit and coordination studies.
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Assist with relay and control design.
Qualifications
Looking for students in the electrical engineering curriculum with excellent organizational and written communication skills to draft accurate reports and make recommendations based on economic and technical support. The successful candidate will need strong oral communication skills and the ability to work together with people both within the company and with corresponding transmission counterparts at neighboring utilities. The successful candidate must have proficient computer skills with the ability to run various software applications and simulations including Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access. Background in power engineering classes is preferred, but not required. Some travel may be required.
Because we have positions available in several locations, please include a cover letter indicating location of interest along with a current resume.
Resume deadline
November 04, 2019Apply online at Otter Tail Power Company Jobs page.
Engineer Intern
Location
Coyote Station, Beulah, North Dakota
Responsibilities
We are currently seeking qualified student applicants to fill one position for Mechanical or Electrical Engineer Intern at Coyote Station, in Beulah, ND for a 9-month internship.
The Engineer Intern will provide assistance to Plant Engineering in the following areas:
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Plant systems performance analysis
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Plant systems modification cost/benefit analysis
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Sub system Mechanical/Civil/Electrical design
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Electronic print updates
Looking for students in engineering or drafting with an emphasis in Power Plant engineering, process engineering or AutoCad. The applicant must have proficient computer skills with various software applications in Microsoft such as Word, Excel, and Access. In addition, the applicant must be proficient in the use of Autodesk AutoCad software.
Qualifications
The position requires excellent written communication skills and attention to detail in order to publish accurate study reports and provide accurate drawing updates. Furthermore, the role also requires strong oral communication skills used in working with plant staff and outside contractors and equipment vendors.
Resume deadline
October 31, 2019Apply online at Otter Tail Power Company Jobs page.
