Civil Engineer I: Renewable Energy, Hybrid Work

New Leaf Energy, Inc.; Lowell (MA); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401k with company match

Paid time off

Hybrid work policy

Parental leave

Professional development

Job summary

New Leaf Energy, Inc. is seeking a Civil Engineer I to join our team in Lowell, MA or Boston, MA. The role supports reviewing, designing, and permitting solar PV, wind, or energy storage projects, with opportunities to meet with towns and planning boards.

Hybrid work is provided; in-office presence is required on Tue/Wed/Thu, with flexible days otherwise. BS/MS in Civil Engineering, EIT, and 1–3 years' experience preferred; AutoCAD/Civil 3D/HYDROCAD familiarity is expected.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Civil Engineering from an accredited engineering program or equivalent.
• EIT certificate or on-track to take the Fundamentals of Engineering exam.
• 1-3 years of experience; recent engineering graduates with internship or COOP experience are encouraged to apply.
• Must have some experience and enjoy working with AutoCAD; Civil 3D is desired but not required.
• College coursework in hydrological modeling; HYDROCAD experience preferred.
• Experience with or knowledge of field surveying concepts desired.
• High energy, resourceful, and organized with the ability to manage multiple projects. Able to work in ad-hoc teams and take direction.
• Able to occasionally visit project sites for pre-development evaluations.
• Able to occasionally drive to evening meetings of project-approving authorities
• Solid written, oral communication, and analytical skills.
• Passionate about renewable sources of energy.

Responsibilities

• Site due diligence, permitting path research, and drafting of civil consultation memos.
• Prepare site plans (Site Plan Review, Special Permit/Variance/Notices of Intent) for submission to authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs).
• Analyze and prepare Stormwater Management Reports in support of projects using HYDROCAD.
• Assist in the development of standard details, notes, and specifications, and reviewing design drawings;

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering

EIT certificate

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

HYDROCAD

Job description

New Leaf Energy, Inc. is seeking a Civil Engineer I to join our team in Lowell, MA or Boston, MA. The role supports reviewing, designing, and permitting solar PV, wind, or energy storage projects, with opportunities to meet with towns and planning boards.

Hybrid work is provided; in-office presence is required on Tue/Wed/Thu, with flexible days otherwise. BS/MS in Civil Engineering, EIT, and 1–3 years' experience preferred; AutoCAD/Civil 3D/HYDROCAD familiarity is expected.