MV Electrical Lead
About The Position
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.
Requirements
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- 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
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.
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
