Civil Engineer - Renewable Energy

Kimley-Horn; Great Falls Crossing (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Civil Engineer to join their dynamic Solar team. This role offers the opportunity to engage in solar site design and project management while collaborating with a team of talented professionals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering design, particularly within the energy sector, and will be responsible for ensuring project success through effective coordination and quality standards. Join a company that values its employees and fosters a culture of growth and innovation, where your contributions will make a significant impact on sustainable energy projects.

Benefits

Exceptional Retirement Plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Flexible Scheduling

Tuition Reimbursement

New Parent Leave

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant engineering design experience required.
• Professional Engineering license or ability to obtain within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Design solar sites and manage project due diligence.
• Collaborate with engineers and contractors on various projects.

Skills

Engineering Design

Project Management

Client Coordination

Solar Site Design

Task Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineering (P.E.) License

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn's Reston, Virginia (VA) office is seeking a Civil Engineer with 4+ years of experience to join their Solar team! This is an in-office position.

Responsibilities

• Solar Site Design
• Project Due Diligence and Site Constraints
• Jurisdictional Permitting and Agency Coordination
• Assist in monitoring project progress, budgets, and schedules
• Work with a team of engineers and designers on a variety of projects
• Build meaningful internal and external professional relationships
• Collaborate closely with industry leading professionals, various jurisdictions, and contractors

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant engineering design experience
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) License (or ability to obtain within 12 months)
• Experience within the Energy discipline including design, permitting, and applicable software applications
• Experience with task management, concept design, and assisting project management tasks
• Familiar with coordinating with clients, attending client meetings, and overseeing quality standards
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Ability to build plan sets and other construction documents
• Design experience that includes utilities, site layout, drainage, due diligence, and permitting

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees.

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.