Civil Solar Design Engineer

Description

Join us to shape communities, collaborate with passionate professionals, and grow with a company that invests in your success, where you’re not just an Employee but an Owner.

Since 1968, NTH Consultants, Ltd. has been a critical part of the infrastructure engineering and environmental services that strengthen our communities and protect our ecosystem. From geotechnical engineering and environmental consulting to structural design and construction management, and beyond, we provide solutions that support the success and sustainability of projects.

When you join NTH, you’ll gain more than a job- you’ll become part of a team that values your career, your growth, and your life. We are committed to providing a flexible and supportive environment, professional development opportunities, and a vibrant culture that celebrates collaboration and innovation. Our culture is built on accountability, ownership, inclusion, integrity, safety, and excellence.

• Prepare and review contract documents, designs, and specifications for civil projects.
• Prepare technical proposals, cost estimates, plans, technical specifications, and reports, including day to day correspondence.
• Work on construction sites, performing review activities.
• Assess feasibility and soundness of proposed site civil and development features.
• Prepare site design calculations and lead effort of project team.
• Perform a variety of engineering analyses and calculations, with and without the use of engineering software.
• Develop design details and specify appropriate construction materials.
• Coordinate construction quality control services, conduct periodic site visits, and review daily field reports prepared by others.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Site/Civil Design from a 4-year accredited college or university.
• Successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering exam, EIT, or EIT required. Professional Registration or ability to attain professional registration in the State of Michigan within 12 months preferred.
• 3+ years of demonstrated solar energy and/or Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) site development experience including site layout, grading, storm water management, pile layout, landscape buffer design, and other project deliverable completion responsibilities.
• Ability to support site civil package deliverables development with minimal oversight.
• AutoCAD proficiency required.
• Understand, read, and prepare design drawings and specifications for energy related project site development with a focus on solar energy generation.
• Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm preferred.
• Must have strong written and oral communication skills, be able to work in a team environment as well as independently, demonstrated team-oriented approach to problem-solving, and have strong interpersonal skills for contact with clients and fellow engineers/technicians.
• Accuracy, dependability, and strong organizational skills
• Have the ability to manage multiple assignments at any given time, delegate tasks and assignments, and have ability to work in a team environment.
• Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• May be required to enter and work within confined spaces, once appropriately trained.
• May be required to perform job duties in the field and office, during non-standard work hours, as necessary.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel to and conduct field work at job sites/offices in Michigan.

• Rewards For Performance
  - We recognize great work with competitive pay with a generous compensation program to reward performance. Bonus programs are available for eligible roles.
• Career Roadmaps & Professional Growth
  - At NTH, managers meet with staff quarterly to support goal setting and growth through our Career Planning program. With clear career roadmaps for every role, you’ll see your path forward and grow with us.
• Project Excellence
  - Our Project Excellence career track offers a clear path into project management, backed by robust training and mentoring to help you lead successful…