Senior civil site engineer

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Civil Site Engineer based in the United States.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Civil Site Engineer to lead civil site design for utility-scale energy infrastructure projects, including electrical substations and transmission facilities.

In this remote role, you will oversee critical engineering activities involving site grading, access roads, drainage, and erosion control.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams, contractors, and local authorities to deliver compliant, high-quality engineering solutions.

The position combines technical leadership, independent project coordination, field assessments, and design review responsibilities.

Your expertise will help ensure projects meet demanding safety, regulatory, and performance standards while staying on schedule.

This opportunity is ideal for a licensed civil engineering professional who enjoys solving complex challenges and contributing to essential energy infrastructure.

You will join a collaborative, people-focused environment that values innovation, professional development, and long-term career growth.

Accountabilities

• Lead the civil site design of utility infrastructure projects, including access roads, site grading, drainage systems, and erosion control measures.
• Coordinate engineering design activities independently and alongside project teams to maintain schedules and support successful project delivery.
• Conduct site visits and field walkdowns to verify existing conditions and ensure design assumptions reflect actual site requirements.
• Review and manage subcontractor civil site development designs, ensuring technical quality, consistency, and compliance with project specifications.
• Coordinate with local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) to identify applicable requirements and incorporate them into engineering designs and project bids.
• Prepare permit applications and supporting documentation, including Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs), wind certification documents, and other required submissions.
• Apply relevant codes, standards, and regulatory requirements throughout the design process to support safe, reliable, and constructible project outcomes.
• Communicate project updates, technical findings, and design recommendations clearly to internal teams, contractors, and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience in civil site design for electrical transmission and substation facilities.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Strong proficiency in civil design software such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or comparable engineering tools.
• Expert knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal codes and standards, including ASCE 113, ASCE 7, the International Building Code (IBC), and the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design work, reviewing subcontractor deliverables, conducting site assessments, and preparing permit documentation.
• Familiarity with enterprise collaboration and communication platforms such as SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, or equivalent tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills, flexibility, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a project-driven environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal, and collaborative communication skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Annual salary: $125,000–$150,000, with final compensation determined by experience, technical expertise, qualifications, certifications, and applicable geographic considerations.
• Remote work: Work remotely within the United States.
• Health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Savings and spending accounts: Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), and dependent care spending account options.
• Retirement benefits: Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with company matching.
• Additional financial and lifestyle benefits: Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA), tuition reimbursement, parking and transit reimbursement, and pet insurance.
• Time off and family support: Flexible paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
• Insurance protection: Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Employee support: Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Professional development: Training, mentorship, and opportunities to expand technical expertise and advance your career.
• Collaborative culture: A people-first environment that emphasizes teamwork, innovation, recognition, and continuous learning.

How Jobgether works: We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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