Civil Staff Engineering Technician - Water

JOB-10047186

Anticipated Start Date

August 10, 2026

Location

Charlotte, NC

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client is an employee-owned engineering, procurement, consulting, and construction company with a 100-year legacy of creating a better world for humanity today, and for generations to come.

Job Summary

The Staff Civil Engineering Technician – Water Functions supports engineering and design teams by developing and modifying technical deliverables for water-related projects. This role applies engineering principles and design standards to create technical documentation using CAD, BIM, and 3D modeling software while providing technical guidance to ensure high-quality project deliverables.

Job Description

• Support engineering and design teams by developing and modifying technical deliverables under general direction.
• Create and maintain site development plans using Autodesk Civil 3D, Bentley MicroStation, and other design software.
• Apply engineering principles and established design practices to develop moderately complex design concepts and solutions.
• Utilize CAD, BIM, and 3D modeling tools to produce and maintain technical documentation and drawings.
• Review project requirements and determine the appropriate format and content for engineering deliverables.
• Ensure deliverables comply with applicable codes, standards, company policies, and quality requirements.
• Perform design calculations, material quantity takeoffs, estimates, and documentation.
• Coordinate with design teams to exchange project information and support design development.
• Review the work of other team members and provide technical guidance as needed.
• Assist with work assignments, schedule maintenance, and project coordination.
• Support field activities and plant start-up activities, as required.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, design tools, and engineering processes to support continuous improvement.

Skills Required

• A minimum of 5 years of related work experience.
• Experience with Civil 3D grading.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D.
• Knowledge of engineering design principles, drafting standards, and applicable codes.
• Experience using CAD, BIM, and 3D modeling software.
• Ability to perform design calculations, quantity takeoffs, and cost estimates.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Solar industry experience preferred.
• Experience with PVcase and PV Farm software preferred.

Education/Training/Certifications

• Diploma or Certificate required.
• Associate degree in Drafting, Engineering Design Technology, or a related field preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements, which may include a criminal/civil background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.