Civil Engineer

Position: Staff Civil Engineer
POSITION SUMMARY:

This role is the path to becoming the highest level of Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the company for Civil Engineering. As a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in multiple areas of competence, the Staff Engineer will play a crucial role in driving innovation, providing technical guidance, and ensuring the quality of our projects. This position requires a strong technical background, substantial working experience, leadership abilities, and a commitment to excellence.

This individual has coaching & mentorship responsibilities for Civil/Structural Engineers, Design Leads, Project Controls Engineers, and Designers.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in multiple areas of civil engineering competence, providing expert knowledge and guidance.

• Ability to lead multiple projects, particularly those that are more challenging or complex, as needed.

• Conduct Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) reviews for project teams, ensuring adherence to standards and specifications.

• Act as a key resource for project teams, providing expert assistance in highly technical situations.

• Provide mentorship and guide Civil/Structural Engineers, Design Leads, Project Controls Engineers, and Designers, fostering their professional development.

• Contribute to the development and improvement of engineering standards and procedures.

• Drive and support innovations to promote competitive advantages within the industry.

• Proactively identify and address potential technical risks and challenges.

• Support the Principal Engineer and Engineering Managers in the development of expertise with environmental and SWPPP design, revegetation, erosion control, grading, pad design, and roads.

• Review and provide comments on EOR drawings and studies to ensure project cost is controlled through comparison to internal preliminary design.

• Provides technical leadership and develops and engages others to create a common vision for their programs and the organization

• Implements organizational strategy for staff development through mentored experience, continuing education, and self-development

• Successfully negotiates critical and controversial issues with corresponding technical leads of other organizations

• Represents the organization at important functions or conferences as required

• Is a resource that can independently resolve complex problems raised by the project team that involve multiple specialty areas of engineering

• Performs advisory or consulting work for the organization across broad program areas or within a specialized area with innovative/complex aspects that leverage their skills and experience

• Makes authoritative decisions and recommendations for company wide equipment/procurement decisions and design methodology

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• BS in Civil Engineering or equivalent engineering discipline from an ABET accredited college.

• 6-10 years' experience in Civil Engineering with respect to renewable energy technologies (i.e. Solar, BESS, HV, etc.)

• Professional experience with Utility PV Contract negotiation for self-perform EPC's.

• 3 years minimum work experience in Solar PV Design or Solar construction industry.

• Ability to read, understand, and redline prints and contract documents.

• Strong written & oral communication, organizational and planning skills.

• Strong communication skills to convey concerns, analytical data, and job constraints.

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)

• Thorough knowledge of Civil/Structural Engineering & design programs

PREFERRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Professional Engineering License preferred.

• MS in Civil Engineering a plus.

• Candidates with mentorship & training experience are preferred

• Ability to understand manufacturer's design parameters, application limitations, and installation guidelines.

• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and follow through on assigned tasks and projects with minimal to no supervision.

• Able to work in a fast-moving environment while maintaining a positive attitude in stressful situations.

• High level of organizational skills and professionalism.

• The ideal…