About this role
Job Purpose
This role supports the Energy division by providing electrical engineering support on solar and BESS projects. You’ll be responsible for designing, analyzing, and optimizing electrical systems that directly impact technical quality, field performance, and customer satisfaction. Success in this role means delivering accurate, constructible, and code-compliant electrical designs—all while upholding KE’s commitment to Safety, People, Passion, and Performance. If you're someone who takes pride in doing things the right way and thrives in a fast-moving environment, this position is built for you.
What You’ll Do
You’ll be part of a team that gets things done, works with purpose, and takes pride in the results. Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:
Design and analyze electrical systems for solar and BESS installationsCreate system layouts, stringing plans, voltage drop calcs, and specificationsSupport construction with site visits and technical reviewsDevelop and maintain system drawings, equipment specifications, and reportsEnsure compliance with NEC, NESC, and industry standardsCollaborate with project managers, customers, and regulatorsReview vendor submittals and coordinate with procurementMaintain accurate documentation within project databasesProvide feedback and improvements based on field conditionsAssist with permitting and interconnection requirementsTravel to job sites as needed What You Bring
You’re someone who shows up ready to contribute, solve problems, and work alongside a team that takes pride in doing things right. Successful candidates typically bring:
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent education and experience3–5 years of experience in solar, renewable energy, or power systems designWorking knowledge of the NEC and applicable renewable energy standardsProficiency with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, PVCase, and Microsoft OfficeStrong communication and organizational skillsValid driver’s license with a clean driving historyAbility to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background checkPreferred Experience
DC and AC electrical systems, including low-voltage (LV) and medium-voltage (MV)Electrical drawing sets and single-line diagrams (SLDs)Material takeoffsEquipment approval drawings and submittalsConstructability reviewsField or construction experience Pay Range
We believe in paying for the value you bring to the team, and we aim to be competitive in every market we hire in.
Pay Range: $85,000 – $120,000 per year plus discretionary incentive opportunities
Total Rewards Statement
As a full-time employee at Knobelsdorff, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and future.
100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employeesHSA contributions to support your medical expensesCompany-paid life insurance and disability coverage401(k) with competitive company matchProfit sharing and performance-based incentivesPaid weekly with competitive wagesPTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursementExclusive employee discounts through Working AdvantageWe believe your work should be rewarded with more than just a paycheck. At KE, we invest in your total wellbeing.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.
Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, and walk for extended periodsMust be capable of lifting and carrying up to 20 lbsOccasional travel to project sites requiredAccessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact Knobelsdorff Human Resources at 651-923-4970 or via email at [email protected].
Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)
Knobelsdorff (KE) is an EEO to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
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