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Civil Engineer, Development Engineering
IntersectUnited States, United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 11 Mar 2025
💰 $179,000/yr($125,000/yr – $179,000/yr)
About the role
Location & Team GatheringsIntersect has been a fully flexible workplace since its founding in 2016. We’ve been very intentional about the way we do things. We are not work-from-home, hybrid, or in-office – we are any and all of those options! Deepening social connections and offering shared experiences is a cornerstone of the way we work. We connect as a team at our Team Week experiences four times a year and at our recently established Hub locations - SF Bay Area, NYC Metro Area, NY; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Calgary, AB; and Toronto, ON.
We are currently seeking candidates located within 60 miles of any of the listed hubs to foster more in-person connections while maintaining our flexible remote culture.
About This PositionThe Civil Engineer, Development Engineering will work independently within a team to conduct and manage early-stage due diligence, conduct detailed civil reviews of power plant design, collaborate on site optimization, and manage internal/external stakeholders across multiple renewable projects through Issued for Construction design, with a primary focus on wind projects. This position reports to the Development Engineering Manager and collaborates with Engineering, Development, GIS, Real Estate, Permitting, Construction, Finance, and Operations teams, as well as external consultants and the EPC to ensure project success.
Overview of DepartmentThe Development Engineering Team is a team of driven professionals who serve as the civil engineering subject matter experts (SMEs) for all projects, as well as the project engineers for solar and energy storage projects. The Development Engineering team dives into detailed civil engineering design details and leverages project management skills. The team plays a pivotal role in managing the site design, from early-stage site due diligence to Issued for Construction design. In addition to design, the team provides support during the procurement, construction, and operation phases of the projects. The team manages consultants and collaborates closely with EPC partners and both internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless project delivery.
We are currently seeking candidates located within 60 miles of any of the listed hubs to foster more in-person connections while maintaining our flexible remote culture.
About This PositionThe Civil Engineer, Development Engineering will work independently within a team to conduct and manage early-stage due diligence, conduct detailed civil reviews of power plant design, collaborate on site optimization, and manage internal/external stakeholders across multiple renewable projects through Issued for Construction design, with a primary focus on wind projects. This position reports to the Development Engineering Manager and collaborates with Engineering, Development, GIS, Real Estate, Permitting, Construction, Finance, and Operations teams, as well as external consultants and the EPC to ensure project success.
Overview of DepartmentThe Development Engineering Team is a team of driven professionals who serve as the civil engineering subject matter experts (SMEs) for all projects, as well as the project engineers for solar and energy storage projects. The Development Engineering team dives into detailed civil engineering design details and leverages project management skills. The team plays a pivotal role in managing the site design, from early-stage site due diligence to Issued for Construction design. In addition to design, the team provides support during the procurement, construction, and operation phases of the projects. The team manages consultants and collaborates closely with EPC partners and both internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless project delivery.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Project Development: Support project development from concept to completion, identifying and mitigating design, budget, and schedule risks, with a focus on civil engineering.
- Site Design and Management: Own and manage site constraint maps, layouts, and designs, coordinating with external consultants.
- Layout Optimization: Optimize civil site layouts for efficient land use, considering factors like equipment selection, topography, environmental constraints, and permitting requirements.
- Technical Diligence: Manage and coordinate site technical diligence activities, including hydrology, geotechnical, and transportation studies.
- Civil and Structural Design: Lead civil and structural design aspects, including cost/value engineering and design reviews.
- Survey and Crossing/Encroachment Coordination: Procure site surveys and crossing matrices, and coordinate crossing locations with other stakeholders.
- Work closely with the Wind, PV, BESS, and HV Engineering teams on project design.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience)
- Design Experience: 2+ years experience in designing and reviewing renewable energy layouts. Wind project experience preferred.
- Technical Knowledge: Solid understanding of civil design principles, technical diligence processes, and EPC construction standards for renewable energy projects is required.
- Renewable Energy Expertise: Working knowledge of wind and/or solar, including system design, optimization, and cost drivers.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and mitigate risks, analyze opportunities, and make sound engineering decisions.
- Collaboration and Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to thrive in a cross-functional and collaborative environment.
- Project Management: Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyand prioritize effectively.
- Experience knowledge of battery storage design.
- Experience in grading, stormwater management, and erosion control.
- Familiarity with automated layout tools and geospatial analysis software.
- Experience with all phases of project development, from siting to construction.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil3D.
- Master’s degree in Engineering or related degree
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