POSITION TITLE: Renewable Energy Site Engineer
SALARY: $130,000 – $160,000
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Yes, partial relocation available
WORK SET-UP: Hybrid position; must work on-site 3 days per week. Office location options include: Albany, NY; Buffalo, NY; or Meriden, CT.

Position Overview

An established engineering and design firm is seeking a Civil Engineer to join its Renewable Energy Services group. The ideal candidate will support civil/site design across renewable energy projects including solar farms, battery energy storage systems, and wind projects, primarily on the private development side.

The firm has completed over 80 renewable energy projects since 2020, totaling 350 MW, 400,000 solar modules, and 1,500 acres of developed land. They consistently win an average of three new proposals per month.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits and feasibility studies for potential project locations

• Prepare preliminary site layouts

• Develop comprehensive solar energy designs including site plans, structural drawings, and engineering calculations

• Produce construction documents used for permitting and construction

• Support local and state permitting application processes

• Interface with project stakeholders including clients, engineers, contractors, and municipalities

• Manage design and implementation tasks to meet scope, schedule, and quality expectations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (required)

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience (preferred)

• EIT or PE certification (preferred)

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D (required)

• Strong background in site development, including grading, stormwater management, and civil engineering design

• Familiarity with SEQR, DEC stormwater permitting, and municipal code review

• Effective communication and teamwork skills