Civil Project Engineer

Invenergy is North America's largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future. This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window. Job Description Position Overview The Civil Project Engineer, Civil Engineering, will perform engineering activities to support project development through the construction phase and oversee civil/structural design for assigned utility-scale energy projects. This position works within the Civil & Structural Engineering Team to support the development and construction of Invenergy's pipeline. Additional responsibilities include the initiation, development and implementation of civil/structural special initiatives identified to optimize cost, improve quality and normalize processes energy projects and assets. This role within the Team is both supporting team members and leading initiatives that optimize and drive value engineering resulting in better construction estimates, project design and cost optimization. This position will be on-site at Invenergy's office. Responsibilities Experienced Engineer within Invenergy's Civil /Structural Engineering program for energy facilities. Project responsibilities include: Provide due diligence site assessment of development stage projects. Produce conceptual mass grading plans and earthwork calculations to support internal project estimating packages. Collaborate in the efforts to review SWPPP documents. Work with the Project Engineering team to review RFP packages to run a competitive process to select consultants. Review hydrology studies and conceptual site layout, grading, drainage, stormwater management, accessibility, and roadway plans to support value engineering initiatives. Review civil design packages for adherence to internal specifications, best practices, AHJ and contractual requirements and for value engineering concepts. Understanding how geotechnical conditions and stormwater affect civil grading and facilities layout. Review main structural design packages to ensure compliance with codes and standards and propose optimizations based on project requirements, equipment specifications and other constraints. Review design packages for foundations, supports, PV racking system, and any other miscellaneous structures. Collaborate with the electrical engineering and transmission teams in the review of engineering packages for transmission lines and substations, including tower and equipment foundations. Review technical proposals from contractors and contribute to the review of the design packages from the selected bidders. Manage and respond to contractor RFIs and submittals. Manage information submittals to and reviews by owner engineers. Collaborate with internal teams to provide value engineering opinions. Review, creation, and maintenance of civil and structural construction specifications. Provide technical support for the geotechnical investigation program. Support Construction Project Management with cost estimates and other required information to prepare schedules and financial models. Support Financing by responding to lender and independent engineer due diligence questions. Interface with the Project Engineering, Development, Pre-Construction, and Project Management teams leading up to and through project commercial operations. Communicate effectively with internal teams, engineering providers, contractors, and clients. Minimum Q alifications Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental/Water Resources Engineering and an additional 4 years of relevant engineering experience. Experience with civil engineering standards (ASCE, AASHTO, AISC, ASTM, AWS, etc.) and other design specifications. Experience delivering desktop and site engineering packages and optimizations. On-site experience delivering engineering solutions is highly valued. Experience as a subject matter expert in SWPPP design/implementation in conjunction with grading and erosion control plans. Direct working experience with the production of stormwater models using Civil 3D Hydraflow Hydrographs Extension, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, FLO-2D, HydroCAD and other hydrologic engineering software. Experience in civil design engineering of site development projects and/or large-scale land developments; producing civil plans using Civil 3D, with Stormwater Management Reports using HydroCAD; multi-state design experience preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, HydroCAD and civil design software. Ability to multi-task and manage deliverables for multiple projects concurrently. Excellent verbal, writing, and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated interest in renewable energy. Desire to work in a dynamic environment alongside people with multiple interests and backgrounds. Some travel required Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in any civil engineering discipline. Experience in the design and construction of utility scale renewable projects, in particular wind, solar farms (PV technology), substations and BESS. PE License in at least one state, preference for multiple state licenses Experience in training and/or mentoring staff with civil & structural engineering concepts and solutions. Experience with PVcase or Spile+ design software. Experience with Staad, SAP2000, or any other FEM-based structural design software. Experience with Slope/W or any other GeoStudio software. Coding experience (R, Python, etc.). Base Pay $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 USD Annual Bonus: 20% - 30% The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills. In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process. Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc. Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.Please Apply at: "noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}