System Protection Engineer — Design & Field Support

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 KE 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, KE is the place for you.

This role supports the Power Services division by leading the design, testing, and commissioning of system protection, control, and communication systems. You’ll be responsible for developing protection schemes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting field commissioning activities that directly impact system reliability, project performance, and customer satisfaction. Success in this role means delivering accurate designs, dependable field execution, and clear technical documentation—all while upholding KE’s commitment to Safety, People, Passion, and Performance.

If you take pride in doing things the right way and thrive in a fast‑moving environment, this position is built for you.

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:

• Lead the electrical design of system protection and control projects
• Design and develop communication systems
• Develop one‑line diagrams, layout plans, and interconnection strategies
• Create protective device and communication device setting files
• Develop, organize, and maintain technical documentation
• Ensure all system designs meet applicable codes and standards
• Review, analyze, and interpret sequence‑of‑events data for system trips or anomalies

• Develop standards and processes for regulatory compliance reviews
• Create testing and commissioning procedures for regulatory requirements such as NERC PRC‑005
• Develop, organize, and maintain compliance documentation

• Lead and support protection and control commissioning projects
• Support testing and maintenance activities
• Design test plans and technical specifications for testing and commissioning work

Successful candidates typically bring:

• 3+ years of experience in electrical protection systems design, testing, or implementation
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering
• Proficiency with design and project management tools such as AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Procore, or MS Project
• Strong understanding of electrical codes and standards (NEC, IEEE, NFPA, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills
• PE license or ability to obtain one is a strong plus
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites

$98,880-$111,240, plus incentive opportunities, or additional compensation.

As a full‑time employee at KE, 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 medical expenses
• Company‑paid life insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) with competitive company match
• Profit sharing and performance‑based incentives
• Weekly pay with competitive wages
• PTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement
• Exclusive employee discounts through Working Advantage

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
• Occasional bending, stooping, or reaching when…