Structural Engineer

Knobelsdorff Electric Inc.; Minnesota; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

HSA contributions

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing

Weekly pay

PTO, six paid holidays, and education

Employee discounts

Job summary

Knobelsdorff Electric Inc. seeks a structural engineer to design, analyze, and optimize mechanical and structural systems for solar energy and battery storage installations.

You will collaborate with KE design and project teams, vendors, and partners to ensure project objectives are met while upholding industry standards. You will perform load analysis, foundation sizing, corrosion assessment, and prepare specifications; manage documentation and field visits as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer license preferred, not required.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Revit preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate across design and project teams to meet timelines.
• Serve as SME for design and constructability of foundations, load-carrying members, materials, fasteners, and coatings.
• Engage stakeholders to align mechanical/structural design for PV, BESS, and substation systems.
• Perform load analysis, foundation sizing, and corrosion analysis using CAD/engineering software.
• Prepare specifications for purchases and review installation standards.
• Generate test plans and write reports for projects.

Skills

Structural loading analysis

AutoCAD

Revit

Team collaboration

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer license preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job 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

Purpose:

As a Structural Engineer atKE you will play a key role in designing, analyzing, andoptimizing system and equipment designs associated with solar energy and BESS installations.

You will contribute to the development of innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate cross functionally across KE design and project teams, customer representatives, vendors, subcontractors, and external engineering partners to ensure projects timelines are met.
• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for design and constructability of the following systems: foundations, rigid and flexible load carrying members, materials, fasteners, and coatings.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to achieve mutual desired design of the mechanical and structural aspects of photovoltaic, battery storage and substation systems to include foundations, racking, fasteners, equipment mounting, and equipment pads.
• Perform a wide range of engineering tasks to include load analysis, foundation sizing, corrosion analysis, etc. by operating computer-assisted design or engineering software and equipment such as BlueBeam, AutoCAD, MathCAD or similar, Ansys or similar.
• Establish and/or verify construction, manufacturing, or installation standards or specifications for mechanical systems.
• Ensure compliance with vendor, customer and internal requirements by directing or coordinating design documentation and installation.
• Generate test plans, compile data, and write reports as part of engineering projects and studies.
• Prepare and/or review specifications for purchases of structural/mechanical equipment and materials.
• Work collaboratively in the team to design and execute complex projects under the direction of the team lead.
• Manage project problems quickly and effectively to maintain project schedules, cost, and quality.
• Conduct onsite visits to review mechanical and structural systems as needed to collect information to support projects and achieve solutions.
• Foster key strategic relationships with various partners through technical engagement and collaboration.
• Interface with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and manufacturers/distributors to obtain and share technical information.
• Manage, as part of the above activities, project files, drawings, documents & records in our database, maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with materials, coatings, manufacturing methods.
• Competency in structural loading analysis.
• Minimum of 3 year's experience in engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineering license preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Revit experience is preferred.
• Ability to work closely with the team as well as independently
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that represents a history of safe & competent driving.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

Additional Information

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: $80,000–$120,000 per year with 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
• Profit sharing and performance-based incentives
• Paid weekly with competitive wages
• PTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement
• Exclusive employee discounts through Working Advantage

We believe your work should be rewarded with more than just a paycheck. At KE, we invest in your total wellbeing.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, and walk for extended periods of time
• Must be physically capable of lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs

Accessibility:

If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact Knobelsdorff Human Resources at 651-923-4970 or via email at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)

Knobelsdorff (KE) is an EEO 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.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

• EEO is the Law (English/Spanish)

KE participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please review the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters.

If you need accommodation during the hiring process, let us know and we’ll work with you.