Civil Engineer - Site

Ampirical; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampirical in Metairie, LA is seeking a Civil Engineer with 3+ years of design experience to lead site civil work for electrical substation facilities. You will design grading, drainage, stormwater, and land development, collaborating with internal teams, clients, and vendors to meet safety and quality standards and deliver construction-ready packages.

Requirements include ABET-accredited Civil Eng degree, EIT/FE or 2 years of extra experience, proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D and AutoCAD,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university is required.
• 3+ years of civil design experience, preferably in utility or infrastructure.
• Experience with Autodesk Civil 3D and AutoCAD for grading and drainage layouts.
• Ability to interpret geotechnical reports, site surveys, and topographical data.
• Familiarity with ASCE, AASHTO, ACI codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare scopes of work, cost estimates, and technical proposals for civil site design on substation projects.
• Develop site grading and drainage plans and related civil details for IFR/IFA/IFC deliverables.
• Integrate survey data, geotechnical, and hydrology reports into site designs.
• Mentor junior engineers and review work for constructability.
• Provide site field support including walkdowns and basic construction reviews.

Skills

Civil design experience

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

AutoCAD

MS Office

Bluebeam

MicroStation

Bentley Substation

Job description

About Ampirical

At Ampirical, we're shaping the future of the power grid with precision, innovation, and purpose. Just as the ampere is the foundation of electric current, Ampirical is a core force driving the energy sector forward. We focus on quality, forward-thinking solutions, and empowering our team to grow and thrive.

We don’t just build projects—we build careers. If you’re looking for a place where your contributions matter and your professional development is supported every step of the way, we’d love to meet you. Watch this video to get a glimpse into our culture.

Why Ampirical?

Salary Range: $70,487-$165,906 - Commensurate (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications)
Profit-Sharing Bonus: Semi-annual, performance-based (10% to 20% of salary)
Day-One Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting
PTO: Starting at 80 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time per year + 10 paid holidays
Flexible Work Schedule: Every other Friday off
Career Development: Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement
Perks: Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more

Your Role: Civil Engineer

The Substation Civil Engineer – Site Focus is responsible for independently performing advanced civil site engineering for electrical substation facilities. This includes the design and analysis of site grading, drainage, stormwater management, erosion control, land development, and overall site layout. The engineer collaborates closely with internal engineering teams, clients, and vendors to meet technical, quality, and safety standards and provides moderate guidance to junior engineers and field teams. This position requires proficiency in developing construction-ready design packages with minimal oversight.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare scopes of work, cost estimates, and technical proposals for civil site design on substation projects
• Perform detailed site analysis including clearing requirements, grading design, surface modeling, drainage planning, and water flow calculations
• Develop site, grading, and drainage plans along with associated civil engineering details for IFR/IFA/IFC deliverables
• Integrate topographic survey data, geotechnical reports, hydrology reports, and client standards into site design
• Interface with internal engineering groups, project managers, clients, and vendors to resolve technical issues and ensure design alignment
• Review and validate site layouts, equipment arrangements, and access/maintenance requirements for constructability
• Apply relevant codes and standards (ASCE, ACI, AASHTO, local stormwater regulations) with minimal oversight
• Conduct quality checks on work produced by lower-level engineers and designers
• Mentor junior engineers on design methods, modeling, and software use
• Provide moderate field support including site walkdowns, basic construction review, and developing scopes of work for site improvements

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
• 3+ years of civil design experience, preferably in utility, industrial, or infrastructure environments
• Experience with Autodesk Civil 3D and AutoCAD (grading, alignments, and basic drainage layouts)
• Understanding of hydrology, drainage design, and grading principles
• Ability to interpret geotechnical reports, site surveys, and topographical data
• Familiarity with industry codes and standards (ASCE, AASHTO, ACI)
• Experience with MS Office Suite and PDF markup tools (e.g., Bluebeam)
• Experience with MicroStation or Bentley Substation is a plus

Additional Skills:

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT / FE Certification) required, or additional 2 years of civil design experience in lieu of FE certification

• PE Certification preferred

Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on the following characteristics in our hiring and employment practices: Age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion or religious attire, marital status, pregnancy (child birth or related medical conditions), citizenship status or amnesty, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sickle-cell trait, status as a tobacco user or non-user, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.