Civil Engineer

NEI Electric Power Engineering, Inc. is an engineering services firm focused on creating a collaborative and accountable culture. They are seeking a Site Development Engineer responsible for the design of utility-scale solar projects, including site planning, grading, and stormwater modeling.

Responsibilities:

• 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

Requirements:

• 1+ years of experience in a similar engineering or proposal role
• 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