Civil - Associate Engineering Technician - Solar

Varite Inc.; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Legal Service Plans

Job summary

VARITE is seeking a Civil - Associate Engineering Technician – Solar for work in Overland Park, KS and multiple U.S. locations. This 6-month contract offers pay between $33.00 and $37.13 per hour on W2, with further details provided by client requirements.

You will support multidisciplinary teams on utility-scale solar and wind projects, handling civil site development tasks and using Autodesk Civil 3D, PVcase, and PVFarm to develop designs and deliverables.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate required.
• Associate degree in Drafting or Engineering Design related technology preferred.
• Typically, a minimum of 2 years’ related work experience.
• Pre-employment onboarding requirements may include background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search.

Responsibilities

• Supports engineering teams under general supervision.
• Performs technical tasks requiring intermediate knowledge of engineering principles.
• Uses digital tools and design software (CAD/BIM).
• Creates, updates, and maintains technical documentation and drawings.
• Begins providing technical guidance to junior technicians.

Skills

Quality standards

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

CAD/BIM modeling

Project documentation

Field coordination

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Diploma or Certificate

Associate degree in Drafting/Engineering Design Tech

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

PVcase

PVFarm

Job description

VARITE is looking for a qualified Civil - Associate Engineering Technician – Solar for one of its clients located in Overland Park, KS (Also open to multiple locations across the U.S.).

WHAT THE CLIENT DOES?

A global engineering, procurement, construction, and consulting company that provides infrastructure and energy solutions. It specializes in sectors such as energy, water, telecommunications, and environmental services.

WHAT WE DO?

Established in the Year 2000, VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting & staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies. With 850+ global consultants, VARITE is committed to delivering excellence to its customers by leveraging its global experience and expertise in providing comprehensive scientific, engineering, technical, and non-technical staff augmentation and talent acquisition services.

Job Title: Civil - Associate Engineering Technician - Solar

Location: Overland Park, KS - Denver, CO - Houston, TX - Phoenix, AZ - Tualatin, OR

Contract Duration: 6 Months

Pay Rate Range: $ $33.00 - $37.13/hr on W2

HERE'S WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Job Description/Qualifications:

Contract to Perm

Must be located within 50 miles of one of the Client offices listed below - please specify worker location in candidate summary.

• This opportunity with Client provides the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams supporting utility-scale renewable energy projects in the solar and wind sectors, while contributing to the development of critical civil infrastructure that addresses both current and future challenges.
• Civil Engineering Technicians support the planning, design, and implementation of site development activities, including grading and drainage, erosion control, roadways, fencing, and underground utilities for large-scale utility projects.
• The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Associate Civil Engineering Technician plays a vital role in the delivery of high-quality engineering deliverables for these complex infrastructure projects, working alongside a collaborative and experienced team of professionals.
• Under close supervision, this role performs technical civil engineering design tasks, with an emphasis on the preparation and modification of site plans, grading designs, and utility layouts. Work is performed using advanced, industry-standard design tools such as Autodesk Civil 3D, PVcase and PVFarm.

Job Summary

• Supports engineering teams under general supervision
• Performs technical tasks requiring intermediate knowledge of engineering principles and practices
• Uses digital tools and design software (e.g., CAD, BIM, 3D modeling)
• Creates, updates, and maintains technical documentation, drawings, and project deliverables
• Begins providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering technicians

Skills:

• Stay current on applicable standards, systems, document control practices, departmental guides, and Client policies and procedures
• Apply knowledge of the Client Quality Program to ensure accurate, compliant deliverables
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail while supporting continuous improvement and change management initiatives
• Use and expand applications and tools to evaluate and improve methods, processes, and procedures
• Create and develop project deliverables based on a variety of design inputs
• Perform basic computations, including material quantity estimates and dimensional checks
• Coordinate deliverables with other project groups to minimize errors and interferences
• Support internal client needs while developing an understanding of external client priorities and drivers
• Proactively seek out, share, and apply knowledge of new technologies and evolving processes

Education:

• Diploma or Certificate required.
• Associate degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred.
• Minimum Qualifications
• Typically, a minimum of 2 years’ related work experience.
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

BENEFITS:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement Plans: Participation in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan.
• Legal Service Plans: Offering access to attorneys for legal advice and representation.

VARITE is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.