Westwood Professional Services

Civil Staff Engineer, Renewables

Westwood Professional Services$80K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
  • 6-8 years of professional experience in architecture and engineering (A&E).
  • EIT certification required; recent PE is preferred.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills for effective interaction with team members and clients.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and Civil 3D design software.
  • Experience in managing design staff is an advantage.
  • Deep knowledge in storm water management and permitting is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and produce design documents for civil systems in renewable energy projects.
  • Review and assess plans and specifications for efficiency and risk management.
  • Coordinate technical designs and activities with multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Act as a liaison between engineers and design teams for seamless communication.
  • Assist Project Manager in conceptual, preliminary, and final design processes.
  • Participate in client meetings and phone calls to ensure alignment on design activities.
  • Support other tasks as assigned by Project Managers.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
  • Flexible work schedule to promote work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment focused on technical excellence.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Civil Staff Engineer - EIT

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Collaborate to support projects that include wind, solar, and emerging market projects. We are looking for an individual with enthusiasm about her/his work, and with a strong commitment to client service and technical excellence. If you are a licensed engineer with 6 years of designing experience looking for that next step in your career as a project manager or strong technical lead, this may be the position for you.

Requirements

Job Duties:
  • Prepare design documents for civil systems associated with utility-scale renewable projects.
  • Review plans and specifications for constructability and risk management.
  • Coordinate technical activities and designs with personnel in other disciplines and departments within the local office.
  • Serve as a liaison between other engineers and design team.
  • Assist the Project Manager or Lead in preparing the conceptual, preliminary and final design and attend meetings and participate in phone calls with client to coordinate various design activities.
  • Assist with other duties assigned by Project Managers.


Skills and Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
  • Must have 6-8 years of experience in discipline within the A&E industry.
  • EIT certification required, recent PE preferred.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with department personnel and office staff; must possess strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Proficient with AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
  • Experience managing design staff is a plus.
  • Extensive experience in storm water management and permitting preferred.
  • Must be detail oriented and efficient in problem solving.
  • Must have interest in renewable energy development and design.


For Preferred Consideration (Not Required):
  • Ideal candidate will have experience in renewable energy or display passion to learn about the renewable energy industry.
  • Experience managing Land Development or Public Infrastructure projects

About Westwood Professional Services

Westwood Professional Services is a multi-disciplined surveying and engineering firm that provides services for residential and commercial development, wind and solar energy, power delivery, and oil and gas pipeline projects. The company was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. Westwood has over 500 employees and operates in several states across the United States.
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500 employees
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Founded
1972

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