Development Designer – Renewables

About the role

Ulteig is seeking a Development Designer – Renewables to support utility-scale solar and battery energy storage projects, focusing on site design, grading, and layout development using Civil 3D and PVFarm.

Responsibilities

• Develop site layouts, grading plans, and early-phase design packages using AutoCAD Civil 3D and PVFarm
• Support utility-scale renewable energy projects, including solar PV and battery energy storage (BESS) sites
• Evaluate site constraints, grading strategies, and layout options to support project feasibility
• Work with engineers to refine designs from concept through early development deliverables
• Perform grading design, earthwork calculations, and site design for large-scale projects
• Identify design challenges early and recommend practical, buildable solutions
• Collaborate with civil, structural, and electrical teams on multidisciplinary projects
• Communicate with clients to refine layouts and support project development decisions

Requirements

• Associate or technical degree in Engineering Technology or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in civil design, site development, or utility-scale renewable projects
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D required
• Experience with PVFarm or similar layout tools preferred
• Experience with large-scale grading, earthwork balancing, and site layout preferred
• Experience supporting utility-scale solar, wind, or battery storage projects preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel and Word
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across teams and with clients
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced consulting environment
• Must be authorized to work permanently in the United States

Qualifications

• Experience with large-scale grading, earthwork balancing, and site layout preferred
• Experience supporting utility-scale solar, wind, or battery storage projects preferred
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D required
• Experience with PVFarm or similar layout tools preferred
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced consulting environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across teams and with clients
• Must be authorized to work permanently in the United States

Skills

• AutoCAD Civil 3D
• PVFarm or similar layout tools
• Large-scale grading, earthwork balancing, and site layout
• Utility-scale solar, wind, or battery storage projects
• Communication skills
• Team collaboration

Benefits

• Flexible Workplace
• Employee Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Collaborative Environment
• Innovative Culture

Pay

Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $38.00 - $51.50 Hourly Rate. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role.

Schedule

Not specified