Automation Engineer Intern - Summer 2026 - Kendall Electric at Kendall Electric in Jackson, TN | Kablio

Automation Engineer Intern - Summer 2026 - Kendall Electric at Kendall Electric in Jackson, TN | Kablio

Company

Overview

Founded in 1973

Year Founded

Established in 1973 as a single branch, the company has expanded into a leading electrical distributor.

Over 59 Locations

Network Reach

The company operates across over 59 locations, serving regions like the Midwest, Northeast, and Southeast.

Hundreds of Millions Annually

Annual Revenues

Financial success is reflected in annual revenues well into the hundreds of millions, showcasing consistent growth.

It champions 100% employee ownership, turning staff into motivated owner‑associates.
With robust relationships with top manufacturers, the firm delivers a wide portfolio: electrical, automation, control, switchgear, lighting, instrumentation, filtration, steam, pipe and fittings.
Typical engagements involve vendor‑managed inventory, digital commerce integration, design/build services, and on‑site project support.
Strategic acquisitions—like Galloup, Becker Electric Supply, J.O. Galloup, Merlo Energy, and Forberg Smith—have broadened its technical reach and geographic footprint.
Notably, its lighting showrooms not only supply decorative fixtures but also serve as community hubs in Northern Indiana and West Michigan.
A standout division, Relay & Power Systems, offers ISO‑registered engineering and manufacturing support for medium and high‑voltage power delivery.

Culture + Values

Financing and Operating the Future.
Driven to create a positive socio‑economic impact while building a better future through climate action.
Deep experience in infrastructure and equity markets, taking a long‑term approach while minimizing risk.
Provide take‑out finance to originators so developers and EPC contractors remain meaningfully involved throughout a project’s lifecycle.
Pay keen attention to contracts, performance and day‑to‑day operations once a project is built.

Environment + Sustainability

110 MW

Renewable Capacity

The company owns and operates renewable infrastructure that powers the equivalent of 16,000 homes and offsets 97,000 tons of carbon.

21 MW

Solar Projects Completion

Five new solar projects were completed in New York and New Hampshire, contributing to a cleaner energy grid.

75 Projects

Distributed Energy Projects

Operates 75 distributed clean-energy projects across seven states, totaling 112 MW of capacity.

22.7 MW

Solar Portfolio Sold

A significant solar portfolio was sold to CleanCapital, facilitating further investment in clean-energy initiatives.

Invests through $500 million in distributed infrastructure, deploying capital per project ranging from $0.5 million to $20 million.

Inclusion & Diversity

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