Our client is hiring a Civil Substation Engineer! Are you a skilled Civil Engineer ready to shape the future of renewable infrastructure? We’re hiring a Civil Substation Engineer who will be supporting substation, solar, battery storage, and water projects across the U.S. This remote position offers not just flexibility, but also the opportunity to work on cutting-edge grid modernization efforts and gain experience using modern design and analysis tools alongside some of the industry’s top professionals.
Job Title: Civil Substation Engineer (Remote – U.S.)
Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $120,000–$160,000 annually (based on experience)
Location: 100% Remote (U.S. based only)
What You'll Do:
- Lead or contribute to the civil design of renewable energy infrastructure, including electric utility substations (15kV–500kV), solar, battery storage, and water projects.
- Prepare engineering drawings, site grading plans, foundation and structural designs, and related specifications in accordance with project standards and regulatory codes.
- Use industry-leading design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil 3D, RISA, MathCAD, and LPile to deliver precise, efficient solutions.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team leadership across project phases.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to meet deadlines and ensure design accuracy.
What You Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (required).
- 5+ years of civil design experience, ideally in the renewable energy sector.
- Prior experience with electric utility substation design ranging from 15kV to 500kV.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation is required; Civil 3D, RISA, MathCAD, and LPile experience is a strong plus.
- Proven ability to mentor or lead teams and manage projects through successful completion.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills in a remote-first work environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- PE (Professional Engineer) license or the ability to obtain licensure in multiple states.
- Geotechnical engineering background or understanding of subsurface design considerations.
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