Civil Engineer – Entry Level (Hybrid)

About the role

Barr is seeking a civil engineer to join our renewables group in Denver, Colorado. In this hybrid role, you will support the Engineering and Design civil engineering group with engineering design and analysis for site layout, grading, drainage, and erosion control. A successful person in this role is motivated and emphasizes client service by providing quality deliverables. They enjoy working independently and as part of a team, using their expertise and technical skills to add to each project. They are flexible in working with their project teams and are willing to occasionally modify schedules to meet project deadlines and/or client needs.

Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and excellent organizational skills, including scheduling, prioritizing, and follow-up, are key to success. Additionally, this role requires the ability to effectively present technical information to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design: completing site development designs.
• Reporting and presentation: providing written and oral technical guidance, preparing permit review summaries, and presenting findings to decision-making bodies.
• Technical analysis: performing calculations, conducting data analysis, and compiling technical reports.

Work Environment

• Hybrid: a hybrid work arrangement may be considered, splitting time between a Barr office and a home office. This position can be based out of Barr's Denver, Colorado, office.
• Travel expectation: up to 15 percent domestic fieldwork.
• Work environment: ability to work in locations that feature rough terrain typical of construction sites or require lifting or moving field testing equipment. Safety training will be provided before being given work assignments on these sites.
• Applicants may be asked to participate in a drug screening program at the request of specific clients.
• Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Civil 3D experience.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office and PDF editing software.
• Possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future.

Pay

Anticipated range of $70,000–$85,000 annually. Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance. This position is classified exempt (salaried) under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Benefits

• Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock.
• Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to employees through an annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders.
• Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities.
• Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave.
• Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities.

Please note that benefits eligibility is determined and may change based on part-time, reduced-time, or full-time status.