Civil Engineer - Renewable Energy

About the role

The Civil Engineer – Renewable Energy supports the Renewable Energy Team in developing and delivering fit-for-purpose civil designs for permitting or construction—on schedule, within budget, and aligned with project objectives. Working closely with the Project Manager and Technical Leads, the Design Lead coordinates multi-disciplinary inputs (engineering, procurement, construction, and maintenance) to ensure an integrated, high-quality design solution. The role includes both hands-on technical contribution and oversight, such as discipline leadership, task leadership on large projects, and QA/QC of deliverables. The Design Lead is responsible for managing scope, schedule, budget, and design quality, including progress reporting and change management.

Responsibilities

• Delivery & Performance
  • Deliver design outputs on time, within budget, and in line with project scope
  • Monitor progress, forecast performance, and implement corrective actions as needed
  • Support development of project budgets and design delivery schedules
• Technical Leadership & Quality
  • Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams within a matrix environment
  • Ensure all outputs meet quality, safety, and regulatory requirements, supported by effective review processes
  • Contribute directly to technical deliverables and provide QA/QC oversight
  • Apply sound judgment to resolve complex technical challenges
• Planning & Coordination
  • Define technical delivery approach, resource needs, and execution plans
  • Capture design interfaces with procurement, construction, and commissioning teams
  • Manage design changes and maintain alignment with scope and stakeholder expectations
  • Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders and present technical outcomes
• Review & Governance
  • Coordinate internal and external design reviews, including schedules and deliverables
  • Ensure alignment with organizational quality, safety, and project management standards
  • Identify risks and manage them through established systems and processes
• Team & Business Support
  • Mentor and support technical staff development
  • Contribute to proposals, bids, and client-facing materials
  • Support knowledge sharing and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of all phases of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications
• Strong knowledge of civil systems means and methods, materials, and industry standards
• Ability to lead one or more teams through all phases of project document production
• Checks the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manages time to meet project budget and schedule
• Participates and collaborates in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought
• Advanced understanding of civil engineering concepts and ability to communicate ideas to others
• Strong presentation and interview skills
• Affordable communicator and able to work on and lead teams
• Efficient project management of multiple concurrent projects
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant design software, which may include AutoCAD Civil3D, GIS, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, StormCAD, WaterCAD, and PondPack

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer or the ability to obtain within 6 months
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience

Pay

$90,900.00 - $131,800.00 Annually