What are the responsibilities and job description for the MV Electrical Lead position at Knobelsdorff?
Company Description
Working at Knobelsdorff
Along with building state-of-the-art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting-edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions.
Since our founding as a family-owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core values. Starting your career with Knobelsdorff means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work.
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.
Key Responsibilities
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.
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.
Typical Requirements May Include
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
Working at Knobelsdorff
Along with building state-of-the-art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting-edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions.
Since our founding as a family-owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core values. Starting your career with Knobelsdorff means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work.
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.
Key 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.
- The requirements listed in job descriptions are guidelines, not fixed rules. You do not have to satisfy every requirement or meet every qualification listed. If you feel you are an excellent candidate, we encourage you to apply!
- Experience in medium voltage electrical systems in a utility or industrial setting.
- Strong knowledge of underground MV distribution, splicing, terminations, and utility standards.
- Experience mentoring electrical personnel or leading cross-functional project teams.
- Ability to interpret electrical one-lines, schematics, and construction documents.
- Familiarity with substation components and MV equipment (padmounts, switchgear, reclosers).
- Experience working with utility providers on interconnection and coordination.
- Working knowledge of NEC, NESC, and utility design standards.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and ideally Revit, Procore, or Smartsheets.
- Journeyman or Master Electrician License, OR
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Construction Management, or related field
- OSHA 30 or utility safety certifications
- Previous experience at a utility company, electrical contractor, or EPC firm
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
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.
Typical Requirements May Include
- Ability to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, and walk for extended periods
- Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions
- Ability to dig, backfill, and lift/carry up to 80 pounds
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
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