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United States
Remote only
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Principal Engineer – Civil based in the United States.
As a Principal Engineer – Civil, you will provide strategic and technical leadership for civil engineering projects that support the development of renewable energy infrastructure.
You will oversee the design and delivery of complex engineering solutions, including grading, drainage, stormwater management, and erosion control.
Working across multidisciplinary teams, you will collaborate with hydrology, geotechnical, and structural specialists to deliver safe, efficient, and compliant project designs.
You will serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients, guiding projects from early engineering and permitting through construction support.
In addition to hands-on engineering work, you will mentor engineers and designers, review technical deliverables, and establish high standards for quality and performance.
This opportunity offers the chance to influence engineering strategy, contribute to innovative solar, wind, and battery storage projects, and make a meaningful impact on the future of sustainable infrastructure.
You will thrive in a collaborative, fast-growing environment that values technical excellence, innovation, autonomy, and data-driven decision-making.
Civil Engineering Design: Lead the development of civil engineering designs for renewable energy and infrastructure projects, including site grading, drainage systems, erosion and sedimentation control, stormwater management, and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) calculations and reports.
Technical Project Leadership: Serve as the civil engineering lead on multidisciplinary projects, coordinating with hydrology, geotechnical, structural, and other engineering teams to ensure cohesive and effective design solutions.
Client Engagement: Work directly with clients to understand project requirements, communicate technical recommendations, resolve engineering challenges, and maintain strong professional relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
Engineering Solutions and Compliance: Develop practical, technically sound solutions that address project-specific constraints, permitting requirements, regulatory standards, and environmental compliance obligations.
Quality Assurance and Technical Review: Review and supervise engineering calculations, construction drawings, technical reports, and other deliverables to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with applicable engineering standards before approving and sealing documents as authorized.
Civil 3D Technical Leadership: Guide engineers and designers in using Autodesk Civil 3D to develop alignments, profiles, grading features, and construction plans that meet project specifications and quality expectations.
Team Coordination and Mentorship: Assign tasks to junior engineers and designers, oversee their work, provide technical guidance, and support their professional development while maintaining project schedules and deliverable quality.
Construction Support: Provide engineering assistance during construction, address technical questions, evaluate field-related challenges, and help ensure that constructed work aligns with approved design documents.
Continuous Improvement: Promote innovative engineering practices, efficient design workflows, and consistent technical standards across projects, contributing to the continued development of the civil engineering practice.
Strategic Contribution: Help shape long-term engineering capabilities and delivery approaches that support the expansion of renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure projects.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
Professional Licensure: Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required, with the ability to take responsibility for engineering designs and seal construction drawings and reports where authorized.
Professional Experience: At least 12 years of relevant civil engineering experience, including substantial responsibility for technical design, project delivery, and engineering review.
Civil Engineering Expertise: Strong technical knowledge of site development and civil design, particularly grading, drainage, erosion and sedimentation control, stormwater management, and SWPPP calculations and reporting.
Design Software Proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency with Autodesk Civil 3D and HydroCAD, including the ability to guide teams in developing accurate engineering plans, grading designs, and hydrologic or hydraulic analyses.
Renewable Energy Experience: Experience with renewable energy projects, particularly solar, wind, or battery energy storage systems, is highly preferred.
Multidisciplinary Coordination: Ability to collaborate effectively with hydrology, geotechnical, structural, and other engineering specialists to deliver integrated project solutions.
Regulatory and Permitting Knowledge: Understanding of engineering standards, environmental requirements, permitting processes, and compliance considerations relevant to civil infrastructure and renewable energy development.
Quality and Risk Management: Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to review engineering calculations, identify design risks, and ensure the technical integrity of project deliverables.
Leadership and Mentoring: Proven ability to lead engineering teams, delegate assignments, review junior staff work, and foster a culture of accountability, technical excellence, and continuous learning.
Client Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex engineering concepts, present recommendations, and build trusted relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
Project Management: Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate deliverables, and maintain quality and schedule expectations in a fast-paced environment.
Problem-Solving and Innovation: A proactive, solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to address complex engineering challenges and develop practical, efficient, and sustainable design solutions.
Competitive salary: Annual compensation ranging from $147,000 to $189,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
Bonus opportunities: Eligibility for additional performance-based compensation.
Retirement savings: 401(k) plan with employer matching.
Healthcare coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life insurance: Coverage to support employee financial protection.
Flexible paid time off: Unlimited PTO policy to support work-life balance.
Professional development: Financial assistance for professional learning, training, and career advancement.
Remote work flexibility: Remote work opportunities across the United States, with flexibility depending on project and business needs.
Collaborative environment: Join a supportive, innovative, and growth-oriented team that values collaboration and technical expertise.
Industry exposure: Opportunities to participate in professional events, share engineering knowledge, and strengthen your presence in the civil engineering and renewable energy sectors.
Leadership opportunities: Influence technical strategy, mentor engineering professionals, and contribute to the development of a growing engineering practice.
Meaningful project impact: Help design and deliver renewable energy infrastructure, including solar, wind, and battery storage projects, contributing to a more sustainable energy future.