Senior Civil Design Engineer
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Summary
The Sr. Civil Engineer provides engineering support throughout the proposal, design and construction phase of projects. This includes review of available survey project development and topographic information, preparation of preliminary layouts, permitting support, environmental and hydrologic studies, site layout, value engineering, and construction documentation. Layouts are performed in AutoCAD. Establish Civil engineering basis of design including site improvements, grading, access requirements, permit and ordinance requirements. Manage the Civil Design Team to ensure due diligence and requirements are completed to facilitate project completion.
Job Responsibilities
* Lead role in overseeing the technical execution of projects.
* Develop and apply advanced engineering techniques, concepts, and approaches to complex engineering problems.
* Manage internal engineering resources in the planning, design, and quality assurance of solar PV.
* Provide training to ensure design standards are aligned with best engineering practices.
* Assist in establishing and documenting standard design procedures within the Civil engineering team.
* Collaborate and coordinate with project development, procurement, project management, construction, and O&M teams.
* Provide technical guidance to engineers.
* Provide guidance and direction on department design guides, standards, systems, and codes.
* Perform research and develop recommendations on equipment and materials selection.
* Work with the Sr. Director of Engineering in analyzing workloads and design cycle schedules of the civil team.
* Coordinate with third party engineering services as needed.
* Communicate with civil/electrical team members and designers to coordinate activities between the two teams.
* Maintain a culture of continuous improvement and problem solving.
* Have a high degree of familiarity with industry standards and local ordinances and requirements regarding PV Solar Systems.
* Provide guidance on issues faced during engineering design, construction, and placed in service projects.
* Review conceptual project designs from other developers to ensure design is within NES Engineering, NEC and local standards.
* Analyze and review various software, equipment and procedures for possible inclusion into NES standard workflows and policies/procedures.
Competencies
* Technical or professional proficiency to be highly competent in their work.
* Problem‑solving.
* Putting the team first, working well with others.
* Relationship building and intrapersonal skills.
* Daily discipline of time management, learning on the fly, and accepting feedback.
* Delivers results consistently.
* Creates a process for improving the work and incorporating into existing processes.
* Communication skills: Written and verbal communication, presentation skills, running meetings, email, conflict management, building a business case, and listening.
Physical Demands
* While performing the duties of this role, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods, communicate effectively, and actively listen. Frequent use of hands and fingers is necessary for handling, feeling, and operating tools or equipment.
* Occasional physical activities include reaching with arms and hands, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. The role may also require lifting and moving items weighing up to 50 pounds.
* Visual requirements include close vision and the ability to distinguish colors. A valid driver’s license and the ability to operate a motor vehicle are also required.
Position Type / Expected Hours of Work
This is a full‑time position and may require longer hours and occasional weekend work.
Travel
Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out‑of‑area and overnight travel may be expected.
Required Education and Experience
* Bachelor’s and/or degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
* 3+ years of experience in solar PV system design.
* Must be proficient in AutoCAD and related Autodesk software.
* Demonstrated civil, structural and mechanical design skills, and the ability to generate accurate, highly detailed construction drawings.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
* Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
* Registration as an Engineer in training and following a pathway toward professional registration is recommended.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
* Willingness and ability to clearly define objectives, exercise sound technical judgment, take on increasing levels of responsibility and thrive in a small, flexible and dynamic work environment.
* Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal skills, including the ability to communicate in a positive manner with project managers, other engineering/design team members, management and installation contractors to foster an environment of superior coordination.
* Good problem‑solving and critical thinking abilities and a proactive work ethic. Must take accountability of own body of work, closing each project by design completion efficiently, while maintaining accuracy and strict attention to detail.
* Strong ability to apply innovative and creative skills to problem solving.
* Experience with on‑site troubleshooting of technology and automation of manual processes.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Novel Energy Solutions is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status.
Salary
$110,000‑$140,000 per year.
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