Full-Time

Transmission Line Civil Inspector

Excel Engineering

Excel Engineering

51-200 employees

Powertrain testing and emissions regulation compliance

Compensation Overview

$60 - $70/hr

Minneapolis, MN, USA

In Person

Category
General Maintenance & Repair (1)

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Requirements
  • Detailed knowledge of civil transmission line construction practices, including soil preparation, reinforcing steel placement, formwork, and structural concrete.
  • A strong civil construction background is required.
  • Ability to inspect excavation, backfill, compaction, foundation preparation, rebar installation, concrete formwork, and structural concrete placement.
  • Ability to verify that work performed by the prime construction contractor complies with client construction standards, approved engineering drawings, and project specifications.
  • Ability to read and interpret civil and structural plans, construction drawings, rebar placement diagrams, concrete mix designs, and applicable specifications and standards.
  • At least 10 years of experience in civil construction, preferably in transmission, utility, or infrastructure sectors, with emphasis on foundations, earthwork, and structural concrete.
  • Strong management, coordination, and communication abilities, with proven experience in field construction oversight.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with construction management software for documentation and reporting.
Responsibilities
  • Provide hands-on supervision of construction activities across various projects while ensuring compliance with specifications and quality standards.
  • Conduct daily inspections and safety observations, document milestones, and generate reports.
  • Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and engineering teams to facilitate successful project execution.
  • Maintain effective communication with onsite teams and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
  • Use Microsoft Office Suite and other software for reporting, budgeting, and presentations.

Excel Engineering provides testing services for all powertrain types, including ICE, EV, HEV, hydrogen, and battery systems. Its facilities feature over 40 engine testing cells across three locations, testing up to 5500 HP, and chassis dynos, supporting emissions testing, regulatory compliance, and development work. It also offers battery performance, environmental, and abuse testing, as well as service accumulation and DV/PV testing for OEMs during ramp-ups. The company differentiates itself with a broad, specialized suite of powertrain test capabilities—covering emissions, HV battery systems, e-motors, power transmission, and certification testing for ATV, SXS, motorcycles, and other vehicles under 40 CFR standards—combined with custom test development in collaboration with customers. Its goal is to deliver high-quality, cost-effective testing solutions that accelerate product development and ensure regulatory compliance across traditional and emerging powertrain technologies.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Des Moines, Iowa

Founded

2002

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Mount Ayr's 30 battery test cells support high-voltage demand growth.
  • The Q2 2026 chassis dyno expands EV certification revenue immediately.
  • Fusion's January 2026 investment funds hiring, capacity, and capability expansion.

What critics are saying

  • OEM concentration makes a single program loss hit utilization fast.
  • New 30,000-square-foot chassis dyno launch in Q2 2026 needs flawless execution.
  • Private equity leverage plus capex pressure can crush margins if test demand slips.

What makes Excel Engineering unique

  • Excel tests ICE, EV, hydrogen, and battery systems under one roof.
  • Its Iowa, Michigan, and Belleville footprint serves OEMs near U.S. auto corridors.
  • Fusion Capital backed Excel on January 6, 2026, signaling institutional scaling support.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Flexible Work Hours

Wellness Program

Professional Development Budget

Employee Referral Bonus

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-5%

1 year growth

-7%

2 year growth

-7%
Business Wire
Jan 7th, 2026
Excel Engineering, Inc. Announces New Partnership and Strategic Investment from Fusion Capital Partners

Excel Engineering, Inc. (“Excel” or “the Company”), a North American provider of testing services for engine, powertrain, battery systems and fuel types acro...