Industrial Services Engineer

We are seeking an Industrial Services Engineer to support, manage, and grow relationships with key commercial and industrial customers while advancing the energy transition. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact, leading customer adoption of energy efficiency, renewable energy, and dynamic load management solutions. You will develop energy savings and billing impact estimates, negotiate commercial and industrial electric service contracts, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and communicate programs, technologies, and rates that support customer and sales objectives. This position also plays a critical role in supporting customers during power quality and reliability challenges and requires occasional overnight travel.

The ideal candidate brings strong public relations and communication skills, including experience with contract negotiations, public speaking, and navigating complex or controversial situations. A strategic, growth-oriented mindset with analytical and project management capabilities is essential. Five years of experience in engineering, energy management, manufacturing, HVAC, sales, or related technical or customer-facing fields is preferred, along with CEM, PE, or EIT certification. A bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or related engineering—or equivalent commercial or industrial energy audit experience—is also preferred. Candidates who demonstrate the skills and values aligned with integrity, safety, customer service, and community are encouraged to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification.

We believe employment is a partnership and we expect excellence from our talented employees. To support our employees and help drive their career experience and goals.

• Competitive wage & benefit package.
  • The expected base compensation for this role is $83,000 – $127,000 annually. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
  • Incentive plans
  • Employee Stock Ownership options
  • Retirement Savings Fund with employer match
  • Health, disability and life insurance plan options
• Training – our employees are provided training and development opportunities each year, including education reimbursement! 
• Career development is critical to our long-term success. Otter Tail Power employees have opportunities to participate in various leadership development programs, gain access to an a la carte online leadership course catalog, receive mentorship from current leaders and more!
• Mental health support from the experts at SupportLinc as well as competitive vacation and sick leave to ensure employees are at their best when they’re working.

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Applications accepted through March 23, 2026.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship at this time.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.