Design Engineer – Energy Infrastructure | Civil Engineering

About the role

Design Engineer – Energy Infrastructure | Civil Engineering position based in Rochester, NY, supporting Fisher's multidisciplinary engineering team on utility, infrastructure, and energy projects. The role involves civil engineering design for solar, wind, electric and gas utilities, pipelines, and power systems, including site design, stormwater, utility coordination, environmental permitting, and construction, while collaborating with clients, regulatory agencies, and multidisciplinary project teams. Opportunity to build deeper expertise in energy infrastructure and take ownership of technical design work through mentorship and varied project experience.

Responsibilities

• Design site layouts, grading, utilities, drainage, stormwater, and erosion control solutions.
• Develop plans, calculations, estimates, reports, and construction documents.
• Support stormwater and environmental permitting initiatives and ensure designs comply with state and local regulations, safety codes, and industry standards.
• Lead environmental assessments and permitting efforts while collaborating with clients and regulatory agencies to secure approvals.
• Support electric, gas, and telecom utility design and Environmental Management & Construction Plans (EM&CP).
• Oversee construction progress to ensure work follows plans and safety standards.
• Participate in project planning, coordinate engineering tasks with scope, schedule, and budget, and maintain accurate project records.
• Prepare proposals and cost estimates for renewable energy, oil & gas, and utility projects while supporting internal teams with documentation, coordination, and presentations.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 5–10 years of civil engineering experience in energy, utilities, or land development.
• EIT required; PE preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with National Grid, National Fuel Gas, or other utility projects.
• Professional performance standards aligned with Fisher's Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
• Proven ability to deliver quality work through critical thinking, problem-solving, and sound judgment.
• Ability to own projects, prioritize effectively, and meet deliverables and deadlines.
• Strong collaboration, communication, integrity, respect, and active listening skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and respond constructively to feedback.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with MicroStation.
• Experience with local zoning and planning reviews, DOT permitting, NYS SEQR, and the ORES permitting process.
• Experience with stormwater design, calculations, and permitting.
• Experience with electric, gas, or telecom utility design.
• Experience with environmental permitting and EM&CP development.
• Curious, improvement-minded approach to developing better solutions.

Pay

Salary range: $83,000–$98,000 annually.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Hybrid work schedule.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Shareholders program.
• Professional development opportunities and reimbursement.
• Supplemental benefits.
• Employee groups focused on community, inclusion, and employee voice.

Schedule

Full-time.