MV Electrical Lead

Overview

Knobelsdorff is a turnkey specialty contractor in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions. Since 1988, we value contributions, quick action, calculated risk-taking, and ownership.

If you're ready to join a team where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated, Knobelsdorff (KE) is the place for you.

Job Description

Knobelsdorff is seeking a Medium Voltage (MV) Electrical Lead with a strong utility or electrical distribution background to provide technical leadership and mentoring. This individual will serve as a subject matter expert in medium voltage design, installation, and commissioning, supporting our utility, industrial, and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in MV systems (5kV–35kV) including underground distribution, substation interfaces, and electrical system design, and will be able to guide crews and junior engineers both in the field and during design reviews. While this role is not field-based full time, it requires occasional site visits and strong collaboration with operations, engineering, and preconstruction teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical lead for MV electrical scope across multiple projects.
• Review and guide the design of medium voltage systems including :
• Duct banks, riser poles, vaults, cable routing, sizing and terminations, and grounding
• Specification and selection of transformers, switchgear, MV apparatus (reclosers, GOAB, etc.), protection and control equipment, and MV Metering
• Mentor and develop field supervisors, foremen, and junior engineers.
• Act as a liaison between engineering and field teams—ensuring constructability, code compliance, and clarity.
• Collaborate with preconstruction and estimating to review drawings and support bid strategy.
• Participate in design reviews, equipment submittals, and utility coordination meetings.
• Maintain high standards of electrical safety, code compliance (NEC / NESC), and industry best practices.
• Support QA / QC, installation inspections, and occasional field commissioning activities.
• Provide technical training to internal staff around MV best practices and lessons learned.

Qualifications

Preferred Credentials

Additional Information

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.

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.

Accessibility : If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact Knobelsdorff Human Resources at HR@KEway.com.

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.

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