Civil Designer - Power Generation

Quanta Services

$70K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate degree in Engineering Technology or Computer-Aided Drafting
  • Minimum 7 years of civil drafting/design experience in EPC environments
  • Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, Navisworks, and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong knowledge of civil materials and infrastructure design
  • Ability to interpret vendor equipment drawings into civil designs
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills

Responsibilities

  • Draft civil plans and construction documents for various infrastructure components
  • Conduct field investigations to verify design feasibility and clearances
  • Assist with cost estimation and preliminary design studies
  • Review and validate drawings produced by other drafters
  • Collaborate with engineers during construction activities
  • Mentor junior designers and contribute to team development

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on high-impact energy projects
  • Collaborative environment with skilled team members
  • Ability to see designs realized in large-scale projects
  • Contribution towards infrastructure that powers communities
Full Job Description
About this Role

Quanta Power Solutions is seeking a skilled Civil Designer to join our EPC team supporting power sector projects, including gas turbines, renewable energy facilities, battery energy storage systems (BESS), substations, and transmission systems. This role is responsible for developing civil design deliverables and construction packages that are accurate, constructible, and fully integrated with other engineering disciplines.

What You'll Do

  • Draft civil plans, layouts, and construction documents for roads, grading, drainage, and site infrastructure
  • Conduct field investigations to verify design feasibility and site clearances
  • Assist with cost estimation, material take-offs, and preliminary design studies
  • Review and validate drawings produced by other designers and drafters
  • Collaborate closely with engineers and support construction activities throughout project execution
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure design integration and constructability
  • Mentor junior designers and contribute to team development and knowledge sharing
  • Support project schedules and ensure deliverables meet quality and client expectations


What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications
  • Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Computer-Aided Drafting, or related field
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in civil drafting and design, preferably within EPC or industrial environments
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, Navisworks, and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong understanding of civil materials, infrastructure design, and construction practices
  • Ability to interpret vendor equipment drawings and integrate them into civil design packages
  • Strong communication, coordination, and presentation skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment
  • Employee may be required to visit job sites, field offices, and customer locations

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting power generation, substation, transmission, renewable, or industrial projects
  • Familiarity with EPC project execution and multidisciplinary coordination
  • Experience performing site development and grading design
  • Knowledge of industry codes, standards, and permitting requirements


What You'll Get

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Weekly Pay
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Holiday Pay
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Employee Discount Program


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