Civil Engineer, Development Engineering (2+ years experience)

Intersect; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 163,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

A clean energy firm is seeking a Civil Engineer to join their Development Engineering team. This role involves managing civil design aspects for renewable energy projects, including site optimization and technical diligence. Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering. The company offers a flexible workplace culture and a comprehensive benefits package, including unlimited PTO and health insurance.

Benefits

Unlimited PTO

100% premium coverage for health, dental, and vision

Monthly food stipend

Pet insurance allowance

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in design, project management, or construction of renewable energy projects.
• Solid understanding of civil design principles and technical diligence processes.
• Working knowledge of wind and/or solar systems and cost drivers.

Responsibilities

• Support project development from concept to completion, managing risks.
• Own and manage site constraint maps and designs.
• Optimize civil site layouts for efficient land use.

Skills

Project Development

Site Design and Management

Layout Optimization

Technical Diligence

Procurement and Construction Support

Problem-Solving Skills

Collaboration and Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

Job description

Location & Team Gatherings

Intersect has been a fully flexible workplace since its founding in 2016. We’ve been very intentional about the way we do things. We are not work-from-home, hybrid, or in-office – we are any and all of those options! Deepening social connections and offering shared experiences is a cornerstone of the way we work. We connect as a team at our Team Week experiences four times a year and at our recently established Hub locations - SF Bay Area, NYC Metro Area, NY; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Calgary, AB; and Toronto, ON.

We are currently looking for candidates located within 60 miles of any of the listed hubs to foster more in-person connections while maintaining our flexible remote culture.

About This Role

As a Civil Engineer on Intersect Power’s Development Engineering team, you will help advance complex clean energy projects from early feasibility through Issued for Construction (IFC) design. You will independently own early-stage civil due diligence, develop and refine constraint maps, optimize site layouts, and guide civil design elements through key project milestones. In this role, you will work closely with partners across Development, Engineering, Real Estate, GIS, Permitting, Construction, Finance, and Operations to ensure technical clarity, well-aligned decision-making, and strong ownership of deliverables. This position reports to the Development Engineering Manager and plays a pivotal role in shaping high-quality, technically robust designs that set Intersect’s projects up for success.

Team Overview

Development Engineering serves as Intersect’s civil engineering subject matter experts (SMEs) and project engineers for solar, wind, and energy storage projects. The team manages site design from early diligence through IFC and partners closely with EPCs, consultants, and internal stakeholders to drive efficient, constructible, cost-optimized layouts. Team members dive into detailed civil engineering work while applying project management rigor to ensure seamless project progression, from siting to procurement, construction, and operations. Joining this team means contributing to technical excellence at scale across some of the clean energy industry’s most transformative projects.

What You’ll Do

• Project Development: Support project development from concept to completion, identifying and mitigating design, budget, and schedule risks, with a focus on civil engineering.
• Site Design and Management: Own and manage site constraint maps, layouts, and designs, coordinating with external consultants and EPCs.
• Layout Optimization: Optimize civil site layouts for efficient land use, considering factors like equipment selection, topography, environmental constraints, and permitting requirements.
• Technical Diligence: Manage and coordinate site technical diligence activities, including hydrology and geotechnical studies.
• Procurement and Construction Support: Provide civil engineering support during EPC contract execution.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• Design Experience: 2+ years experience in design, project management, or construction of renewable energy projects.
• Technical Knowledge: Solid understanding of civil design principles, technical diligence processes, and EPC construction standards for renewable energy projects is preferred.
• Renewable Energy Expertise: Working knowledge of wind and/or solar, including system design, optimization, and cost drivers is preferred.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and mitigate risks, analyze opportunities, and make sound engineering decisions.
• Collaboration and Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to thrive in a cross-functional and collaborative environment.
• Project Management: Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively.

Bonus points for

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil3D
• Familiarity with automated layout tools and geospatial analysis software
• Experience in grading, stormwater management, and erosion control
• Experience with all phases of project development, from siting to construction

Total Rewards

At Intersect, we care about your well-being, growth, and balance. Here’s how we support you:

Compensation: $118,750 to $156,000 (total compensation includes base salary + bonus in USD)

Health & wellness: 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision

Time to recharge: Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)

Family support: Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning support via Carrot

Mental health: Free access to Ginger coaching and counseling, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation

Retirement: 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP, ensuring your financial future is on the right track

Perks & extras: $150 monthly food stipend, pet insurance allowance, and full home office setup

Ready to apply your engineering skills to accelerate power deployment? Join us and help design the infrastructure powering a sustainable future.