Civil Engineer - Renewable Energy & Infrastructure
About The Position
Dudek is seeking a Civil Engineer to support site civil engineering design for energy and infrastructure projects. This role focuses on delivering technically sound, constructible designs for utility-scale solar, electrical substations, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and related infrastructure projects. As an employee-owner, you will contribute to the development of site civil design packages from planning through construction support while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality project outcomes. The ideal candidate brings strong technical skills in grading, drainage, hydrology, and stormwater design, along with demonstrated experience supporting energy and infrastructure projects within a consulting environment. This position is well suited for an engineer with approximately 6+ years of experience who enjoys solving site development challenges and supporting projects that advance critical energy infrastructure.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
- 6+ years of progressive civil engineering experience supporting energy and infrastructure projects, such as utility-scale solar, electrical substations, battery energy storage systems (BESS), or similar developments.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity as needed.
- Experience preparing site civil design plans and technical calculations for energy or infrastructure projects.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Demonstrated experience with grading design, drainage systems, and stormwater management.
- Experience performing hydrology or stormwater modeling.
- Strong understanding of permitting and regulatory compliance requirements related to infrastructure development.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to meet Dudek’s driving requirements.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by the first day of employment
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in multidisciplinary consulting environments.
- Experience preparing SWPPPs, erosion control plans, or stormwater reports.
- Proficiency with stormwater and hydrologic modeling tools (e.g., HydroCAD, Storm Sewer, or similar).
- Strong technical writing and client communication skills.
- Interest in continued professional growth toward technical leadership or project management responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Support civil engineering design for energy and infrastructure projects, including solar facilities, electrical substations, and battery energy storage systems.
- Prepare site civil design components, including:Site layout and grading plansDrainage and stormwater management systemsHydrology and hydraulic analysesErosion and sediment control designStormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) and Best Management Practices (BMPs)
- Perform stormwater modeling and hydrologic analyses to support permitting and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate with project managers and senior engineers to deliver designs aligned with scope, schedule, and budget.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including electrical, structural, environmental, and permitting specialists.
- Prepare technical calculations, reports, and construction documents for client and agency submittals.
- Support client and agency coordination during design development and permitting.
- Participate in QA/QC reviews and incorporate technical feedback into project deliverables.
- Assist with construction-phase support activities as needed.
- Contribute to development and improvement of civil design standards, workflows, and best practices.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
