Utility Scale Civil​/Structural Engineer

• Compensation: USD 100000 - USD 140000 - yearly

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.

Purpose

Support the advancement of large-scale solar and BESS projects through all phases of design by providing technical oversight, coordination, and review of civil and structural deliverables.

Assurance ofdesign quality, constructability, and alignment with project objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the progression of civil and structural design from preliminary through IFC and construction phases, ensuring deliverables are completed in sequence to support project schedules.
• Review andvalidatedesign outputs (grading, stormwater, foundations, racking systems, roads) for alignment with requirements, constructability, and cost expectations.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for civil and structural design and constructability, including grading, drainage, roads, foundations, and geotechnical considerations.
• Provide technical guidance to internal teams, external engineering partners, and subcontracted engineers.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Preconstruction, Estimating, Procurement, and Operations teams to align design with execution.
• Conduct structured design reviews at key milestones (30%, 90%, IFC).
• Identify risks, gaps, and inconsistencies indesignpackages and drive resolution.
• Evaluate design decisions for constructability, installation efficiency, and cost impacts.
• Interface with customers, developers, AHJs, and external engineering firms toalignondesignapproachand requirements.
• Support permitting and regulatory coordination by ensuring compliance with jurisdictional requirements.
• Identify and escalation design-related risksimpactingschedule, cost, or constructability.
• Provide technical support during construction and support field issue resolution.

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, Civil 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

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: $100,000–$140,000per year + bonus potential.

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
• 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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