Newkirk Electric Associates, Inc.

Founded in 1961 and headquartered in Muskegon, Michigan, Newkirk Electric Associates, Inc. is one of the largest privately held electrical contractors in the United States. With over six decades of experience rooted in strong ethical values established by its founders—Greatest Generation war veterans—the company has grown from a regional contractor to a national leader recognized among ENR Magazine’s Top 600 Specialty Contractors.
Newkirk entered the solar market in 2008 and has since completed more than 40 utility-scale solar installations ranging from 5 kW to 27 MW—including what was once North America’s largest operational PV system at time of construction. Their portfolio exceeds 120 megawatts installed with over 450,000 panels deployed across diverse projects nationwide.
The company distinguishes itself by self-performing more than 90% of project work through highly trained teams encompassing engineering through field operations—ensuring safety, quality control, and flexibility on every job. Notable achievements include multiple industry safety awards (AGC National NASA Safety Award; NECA National Safety Award) as well as recognition as one of America’s top solar contractors based on installed capacity.
Their expertise spans all phases of project delivery—from design consulting to EPC contracting—and covers both renewable energy (solar) projects as well as broader electrical infrastructure needs.