Renewable Civil Engineer

Renewable Civil Engineer

Fully Remote
• Remote or Lakewood CO - Lakewood, CO 80215

Salary Range $90,100.00 - $ Salary Level Experienced Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Education Level 4 Year Degree Travel Percentage Minimal: 0 - 10% Category Engineering

The Site Development Engineer will be responsible for the design of utility-scale solar projects nationwide. This position is primarily responsible for activities related to the site design of Solar Photovoltaic projects including site planning, grading, stormwater modeling, erosion control design, hydrology analysis, development of SWPPPs, BMPs, site permitting, and stormwater reports. This individual serves as a member of an integrated design team and is responsible for coordinating Civil Design alongside other disciplines to meet project schedules and deliverables.

This opportunity is available to both local / in-office (Lakewood, Colorado) and full-time remote candidates.

• Engineers and manages Civil Engineering scope of utility solar facilities
• Produces and reviews full design packages including site plans, grading plan, stormwater modeling, erosion control design, hydrology analysis, development of SWPPPs, BMPs, site permitting, and stormwater reports
• Drafts and designs with AutoCAD Civil 3D i.e., mass grading, road corridors, volume earthwork comparisons, surface creation with feature lines and grading objects, etc.
• Assists with preparation of design documents for Solar Civil Design including calculations, drawings, and civil specifications
• Assists with stormwater modeling and basin design
• Evaluates project siting constraints, solar module, inverter, and racking technologies, BOP (balance of plant) considerations, and solar resource data to maximize project value
• Researches and evaluates local AHJ design and code requirement and standards
• Conducts site visits to support site evaluation, suitability, and due diligence efforts.
• Writes and reviews material and construction specifications
• Creates project schedules and project/construction cost estimates
• Reviews of submittals for conformance with specifications and design
• Prepares hand and computer-based calculations and models for Civil Engineering designs; creates a simple hand check to quantify the computer-aided results
• Prepares a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including cost estimates, budget reports, proposals, and studies
• Performs field inspection and construction supervision services
• Reviews the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and ensure accuracy, as required

• Experience:
  
  1+ years of experience in a similar engineering or proposal role
• Education:
  
  Bachelors in Civil Engineering, or similar field from an accredited institution
• Possess an understanding and applications of applicable Codes and Standards
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, Project
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with customers and internal personnel; exercises strong intrapersonal skills
• Must be self-motivated, well-organized, and a skilled decision maker that is comfortable in a fast-paced design environment
• Possesses excellent problem-solving skills
• A strong written and verbal command of the English language
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

• Proficiency with AutoCAD and AutoCAD 3D
• Proficiency with or can obtain proficiency within six (6) months of employment with ArcGIS and other civil engineering software
• Understanding of commercial engineering or construction industries

Work Environment:

- Work is performed in an office setting and some field work is also required

Travel:

- Minimal: 0 10%

Physical

Activities:

- Must be able to lift 25lbs.

Managerial Responsibility:

- Team Member is responsible for managing their own work schedule with input from their supervisor and completing assigned tasks. Team Member should identify discrepancies in assigned work and bring to attention of supervisor or engineer responsible for the project in a timely manner. Team Members work product should be self-checked in…