Careers

Qualifications

We’re seeking candidates with a wide range of skills who can develop talented Engineers and Lab Technicians while getting projects completed at an exceptional standard. Other experiences and skills we’re looking for include:

• This position is people-centric so excellent communication and leadership skills are incredibly valued.
• To be successful in this position, a four-year degree in Engineering plus five years of related experience is required.
• The Engineering Supervisor wears many hats and must balance multiple simultaneous projects, so exceptional organization skills and proven success in managing multiple complex projects is a must.
• Knowledge of plant operations and performance parameters including thermodynamics, water chemistry, and plant safety procedures.

Offering:

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 $94,000 - $119,000 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! This includes safety – one of our values and key to our success – technical, compliance and developmental training.
• 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.

Qualifications

We’re seeking candidates with a wide range of skills who are motivated to complete complex projects with many potential variables while aligning with our core values: Integrity, Community, Safety, Resourcefulness, Customer Service and People. Some examples of what we’re looking for include:

• There’s a lot of innovation in our industry and we want positive, can-do people who are resilient and effective communicators through the challenges that sometimes come with change.
• A strategic growth mindset with exceptional analytical and project management skills will allow you to conceive solutions and successfully implement them.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code as well as the American Society of Civil Engineers standards is beneficial and a plus in candidates.
• This role can be physical at times and a candidate will be expected to be able to work in an environment that can contain variable conditions.  
• Maintenance of a valid driver’s license is required.

Offering:

We believe employment is a partnership and we expect excellence from our talented employees. To support our employees and help them thrive in their career experience and goals, we offer:

• Competitive wage & benefit package.
• Employee Stock Ownership options
• Retirement Savings Fund with employer match
• Health insurance plan options
• Training – our average employee spends hours in training and development each year! This includes safety – one of our 5 values and key to our success – technical, compliance and developmental training.
• 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!
• Access to mental health support from the experts at SupportLinc.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, we’re looking for candidates who possess the following skills and traits:

• There’s a lot of innovation in our industry and we want positive, can-do people who are resilient through the challenges that sometimes come with change.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal relationship as you partner with various internal and external teams and stakeholders.
• Must be capable of managing multiple projects at one time and be able to apply OTP safety rules and understand risk mitigation
• Bachelor's degree in project management, engineering or equivalent work experience is required.
• A minimum of 2 years of project management experience or equivalent experience is required. Preference for experience leading a team.

Offering: 

We believe employment is a partnership and we expect excellence from our talented employees. To support our employees and help them thrive in their career experience and goals, we offer:

• Competitive wage & benefit package.
• The expected base compensation for this role is $82,000 - $103,000 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! This includes safety – one of our values and key to our success –, technical, compliance and developmental training.
• 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.

Qualifications

We’re seeking candidates with a wide range of skills who are committed with getting projects completed on-time, at an exceptional standard. The desired candidate will demonstrate the following traits and skills through their education and experience.

• Professional, discerning, proficient, respectful, gracious person who maintains strict confidentiality, remains calm amidst chaos, and serves as an extension of the management team, representing the company at all times.
• Fast-paced, responsive, and adaptable person who navigates constantly changing priorities, has a high sense of urgency, and can switch between tasks and projects quickly.
• Highly efficient, organized, and detail oriented, because fast and accurate are not mutually exclusive.
• Strategic thinker and creative problem solver who assesses current needs, evaluates all options while considering historic data and future goals, and asks the right questions to get results. Tackles a problem from multiple angles, finds a solution, and then closes the loop.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Microsoft suite proficient, requiring little to no onboarding in use of office equipment and software programs.

Offering:

• 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 $45,000 - $61,000 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! This includes safety – one of our values and key to our success – technical, compliance and developmental training.
• 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.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, we’re looking for candidates who possess the following skills and traits:

• You’ll love this roll if you enjoy planning, organizing and getting into the minute details of each project or initiative
• There are a lot of changes in our industry so we’re looking for someone who is comfortable with change and has a continuous improvement mindset.
• This role is heavily collaborative, so someone who is team-oriented with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills is most likely to succeed.
• Experience working with and deep knowledge of Microsoft’s suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint) is required.
• A two-year degree or equivalent work experience is required.

Offering:

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 $35,000 - $48,000 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! This includes safety – one of our values and key to our success – technical, compliance and developmental training.
• 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.

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. The expected base compensation for this role is $17-$24 hourly.

Qualifications

Applicants must be a full-time student or recent graduate having a background in data analysis, programming, GIS or related program. This internship will be temporary from approximately mid-May 2025 through mid-August 2025. The expected base compensation for this role is $17-$24 hourly.

Qualifications

Looking for students in the engineering curriculum with excellent organizational and detail oriented to review and interpret various transmission line construction documents, inspection reports, mitigation plans and assist engineers and maintenance personnel. The successful candidate will need strong oral & written communication skills and the ability to work together with different departments 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 including Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and AutoCAD.  Background in structural engineering classes is preferred, but not required. Some travel may be required. The expected base compensation for this role is $17-$24 hourly.

Qualifications

The desired candidate will possess a high school education or equivalent. Previous experience in customer service or administrative support is preferred.

• To be successful in this role, we’re looking for candidates who possess the following skills and traits:
• Working PC knowledge, including basic Windows Operating System and Microsoft Office
• Basic phone skills, including timely response, proper greetings, appropriate use of hold and transfer
• Ability to be courteous and personable with a professional appearance and demeanor
• Ability to understand and follow direction and policies
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task

Offering:

We believe employment is a partnership and we expect excellence from our talented employees. To support our employees and help them thrive in their career experience and goals, we offer:

Part-time scheduling

• Wednesday 1pm to 5pm, Thursday & Friday 8 am to 5 pm
• Competitive wage & benefit package.
• The expected base compensation for this role is $13.20 - $17.60 per hour. 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
• Training – all employees have access to on-demand and in-person training courses covering a wide variety of topics, including technical, compliance, developmental, and safety – one of our 5 values and key to our success.

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.

Qualifications

We’re interested in forward thinkers who actively seek opportunities and propose solutions to continuously improve the Executive Office operations. If you have an associate degree or prior experience in executive-level support—and can demonstrate expertise in managing processes, procedures, documentation, and inter-departmental collaboration—we want to hear from you. Our industry is rapidly changing, so come prepared with:

·        A positive, can-do attitude.

·        A continuous improvement mindset.

·        The desire to support a wide variety of people, projects, and teams.

·        Excellent communication, including writing, editing, collaboration, interpersonal effectiveness, and attention to detail.

·        A drive for deadlines.