Senior Engineer II, Civil Engineering
RWE Clean Energy, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent
Functional area:
Engineering
Remuneration:
Exempt
The
Senior Engineer II, Civil Engineering,
is responsible for providing support to utility-scale Solar, Onshore Wind, and Battery Storage Projects in North America. They act as a Civil Subject Matter Expert for Projects during the Development and Construction phases.
Role Responsibilities:
Perform due diligence on early to mid-stage development projects (including potential project acquisitions) in order to identify fatal flaws and key design risks
Manage the studies needed to de-risk projects and allow detailed engineering designs to progress. This includes topographic and ALTA surveys, hydrology studies, and geotechnical surveys
Review all aspects of the civil design for projects to ensure that all site constraints are factored in and applicable standards and best practices are followed
Provide civil quantity estimates for Pre-Construction to price and include in financial models
Provide input into the civil scope of work for balance of plant agreements
Evaluate opportunities for optimization in order to reduce LCOE
Support Construction by responding to RFIs and ensuring timely and cost-effective resolution to roadway, drainage, geotechnical, and structural engineering issues
Assist with civil, geotechnical, and structural documentation of construction activities. Respond to technical questions from potential investors and independent engineers
Create internal standards and manage process improvement initiatives
Develop a strategy to ensure that a minimum level of due diligence is completed on all mid-stage projects
Mentor and provide guidance to junior team members
Travel for work up to 20%. Includes periodic site visits to microsite layouts, attending monthly construction meetings, and monitoring construction progress
Job Requirements and Experiences:
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited school (or substantially equivalent). A master’s degree is a plus
A minimum of ten years of civil engineering experience with at least four years of utility-scale renewable energy experience. Solar experience is a plus
A Professional Engineer’s license in one or more states is a plus
Experience reviewing civil design packages
Experience with grading, design, and earthwork analysis
Knowledge of stormwater management regulations and best practices
Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or GIS software is a plus
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Enjoys working in multidisciplinary project teams in a dynamic environment
Must have a valid driver’s license
This position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWECE offices and field locations. The employee must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time.
Pay range:
The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $143,00- $180,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.
Benefits offered:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term , Long-Term , 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.
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Contact rwece_recruiting@rwe.com
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Through its subsidiary RWE Clean Energy, RWE is the third largest renewable energy company in the United States, with a presence in most U.S. states from coast to coast. RWE’s team of about 2,000 employees in the U.S. stands ready to help meet the nation’s growing energy needs. With its homegrown and fastest-to-market product, RWE supports the goal of American Energy dominance and independence. To that end, RWE Clean Energy is committed to increasing its already strong asset base of over 10 gigawatts of operating wind, solar and battery projects, focusing on providing high-quality jobs. RWE invests in local and rural communities while strengthening domestic manufacturing supporting the renaissance of American industry. This is complemented by RWE’s energy trading business. RWE is also a major offtaker of American liquified natural gas (LNG).
As an energy company with a successful history spanning more than 125 years, RWE has an extensive knowledge of the energy markets and an excellent expertise in all major power and storage technologies, from nuclear, coal and gas to hydro, batteries, wind and solar.
We are looking forward to your online application.
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