Job Description

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.

Qualifications

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 installations
• Create system layouts, stringing plans, voltage drop calcs, and specifications
• Support construction with site visits and technical reviews
• Develop and maintain system drawings, equipment specifications, and reports
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NESC, and industry standards
• Collaborate with project managers, customers, and regulators
• Review vendor submittals and coordinate with procurement
• Maintain accurate documentation within project databases
• Provide feedback and improvements based on field conditions
• Assist with permitting and interconnection requirements
• Travel to job sites as needed

Qualifications

You’re someone who shows up ready to work hard, learn fast, and contribute to a team that takes pride in doing things right. Successful candidates typically bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent education/experience
• 1–2 years of experience in solar or power systems design
• Working knowledge of NEC and renewable energy standards
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, PVCase, and Microsoft Office
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving history
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

Additional Information

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 – $115,000 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 employees
• HSA contributions to support your medical expenses
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) with competitive company match
• Profit sharing and performance-based incentives
• Paid weekly with competitive wages
• PTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement
• Exclusive employee discounts through Working Advantage

We 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 periods
• Must be capable of lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs
• Occasional travel to project sites required

Accessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact Knobelsdorff Human Resources at 651-923-4970 or via email at HR@KEway.com.

EEO Statement

Knobelsdorff is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities 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.
We believe in hiring the best person for the job, period. If you’ve got the skills, work ethic, and mindset to Own It, you’ll find a place here.
If you need accommodation during the hiring process, let us know and we’ll work with you.

• Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans
• EEO is the Law poster – English
• EEO is the Law poster – Spanish
• EEO Supplement – English
• EEO Supplement – Spanish
• Pay Transparency Policy Statement – English

Knobelsdorff is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

• Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
• EEO is the Law poster English– Spanish
• EEO is the Law Supplement poster English– Spanish
• Pay Transparency Policy Statement English