Location: Boulder, CO
Start Date: Immediately
Reports to: Director, Engineering
At JUWI, were taking solar energy to the next level. We are bringing multiple utility scale solar power projects online over the next several years and seeking a Civil Engineer to bring our vision to life.
As a Civil Engineer, youll help execute JUWIs civil design activities, interacting with and supporting the Engineering, Project Development, and Construction teams at all stages of project completion. The Civil Engineer is a multi-faceted position to support the planning, design, permitting, and construction of our growing project portfolio. The role focuses on grading and earthwork design, roadway design, stormwater management, drainage engineering, erosion and sediment control, and environmental permitting.
In this role, youll:
Project Development
- Support utility-scale solar site development and civil engineering design.
- Perform grading and earthwork design, site balancing, and cut/fill optimization.
- Design access roads and internal road networks.
- Prepare stormwater management, drainage, and erosion control designs.
- Develop grading studies, earthwork estimates, and drainage calculations.
- Coordinate with racking, electrical, and development teams.
- Participate in site selection and layout while considering environmental, geotechnical, erosion, and civil risks.
- Evaluate site studies and project schedules.
Stormwater, Drainage and Environmental Compliance
- Perform hydrologic and hydraulic calculations.
- Prepare and review SWMP, SWPPP, SPCC, APEN, and related permit documentation.
- Design erosion and sediment control measures.
- Coordinate compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Consultant Selection and Management
- Coordinate civil, surveying, geotechnical, and environmental consultants.
- Review grading plans, drainage studies, hydrology reports, and construction documents.
- Assist with survey and geotechnical scope management.
- Manage external land surveying consultants on the creation of boundary surveys, ALTA surveys, aerial and topographic surveys, grading verification surveys, easements, and stakeout requirements for all projects.
- Manage external civil consultants for deliverables including site plans, grading plans, construction drawings, drainage plan, hydrology study and storm water management plans.
- Assist civil designers and review plans for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with JUWI and jurisdictional requirements.
- Assist in the development of Scope of Work for civil construction subcontractor agreements,
- Assess bids for civil construction subcontractors and provide recommendations on subcontractor selection.
Permitting
- Support local, state, and federal permitting activities.
- Research jurisdiction-specific grading, drainage, road, and stormwater requirements.
- Assist with permit applications and agency coordination.
Construction and Job Site Support
- Work with Construction team members in overseeing civil subcontractor on-site performance.
- Manage JUWI verification methods for grading and civil work to ensure civil subcontractor is performing per project specifications and requirements.
- Manage and lead construction services to support project by responding to RFIs and other project correspondence.
- Travel to potential and active projects to assist development and construction teams.
Ensure JUWIs high-quality, safe, and cost-effective design in all aspects of project execution.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
- 4-10 years of civil engineering experience; utility-scale solar experience preferred.
- Strong proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or HydroCAD, HEC-RAS, and 3D Modeling
- Experience with grading and earthwork design, roadway design, stormwater management, drainage design, and erosion control.
- EIT preferred; PE or pursuit of licensure a plus.
- Knowledge of national civil design codes and requirements (ASTM, ACI, MUTCD, etc.)
- Experience supporting SWMP, SWPPP, SPCC, APEN, and related permitting efforts is preferred.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook applications
- Willingness to travel up to 15% - 20% and work flexible hours
- Demonstrated efficiency in managing multi-disciplinary tasks
- Ability to work autonomously, take initiative, and organize work in an independent manner
- A team player with the desire to grow professionally and mentor other civil staff
Benefits:
Target Base Salary: $85,000 - $105,000 Negotiable for the right candidate. Attractive Bonus Potential.
JUWI offers a full range of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance with attractive premiums, 401(k) match, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability and Long-term Disability.
Please note applications are only accepted through our careers page www.juwiamericas.com/careers.
No recruiters. JUWI is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position. Search firms who submit candidates for this position are not eligible for any form of compensation, even if the candidate is successfully hired.
Any offer of employment for this position will be conditioned upon drug screening, in accordance with Section 12-3-3, B.R.C. 1981.
JUWI is an equal employment opportunity employer. JUWI strictly prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, military status, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.