Civil Design Engineer - Solar & BESS Projects

Patel Greentech Private Limited; Ahmedabad; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy firm in Ahmedabad is seeking a Civil Design Engineer to support the civil design team in developing utility-scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage projects. Your responsibilities will include creating layouts, conducting calculations, and ensuring compliance with design standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's/Master's degree in Civil Engineering and 3+ years of relevant experience. Interested candidates can apply by sending their CV.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in civil/structural design in renewable energy projects.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar drafting tools.
• Understanding of civil fundamentals: earthworks, foundations, drainage, and roadworks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating site layouts and drainage designs for solar PV and BESS sites.
• Draft civil and structural drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar software.
• Conduct basic calculations for earthworks and concrete volumes.

Skills

Civil design

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Eagerness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

STAAD Pro

HEC-RAS

Job description

Overview

The Civil Design Engineer will support the civil design team in the development of utility-scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. The role includes assisting in the preparation of layouts, grading plans, foundations, and drainage designs under the guidance of senior staff, ensuring compliance with design standards and project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating site layouts, grading plans, access roads, and drainage designs for solar PV and BESS sites.
• Draft civil and structural drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar software.
• Support senior engineers in preparing foundation details, equipment pads, and road cross-sections.
• Conduct basic calculations for earthworks, concrete volumes, and material take-offs (BOQs).
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure civil designs align with electrical and mechanical layouts.
• Participate in design reviews, documentation, and revisions.
• Perform field visits or assist with survey data interpretation, if required.
• Maintain organized records of drawings, specifications, and design versions.
• Ensure compliance with local codes, permitting regulations, and international design standards (IS, ASCE, ACI, ASTM, etc.).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (or in final year if internship-based).
• 3+ years of experience in civil/structural design in renewable energy (Solar or BESS) projects.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar drafting tools.
• Knowledge of concrete works, earthworks, foundations, and stormwater systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, STAAD Pro, HEC-RAS, or similar design software.
• Understanding of civil fundamentals: earthworks, foundations, drainage, and roadworks.
• Eagerness to learn and ability to follow engineering standards and instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and good communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with GIS tools or structural design basics.

Apply

Interested candidates may send their CV to

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Please include your notice period, current/expected CTC, and key implementations relevant to this role.

Location

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India