Civil Engineer, Solar Development — Community Solar

OneEnergy; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

OneEnergy Renewables seeks a Development Civil Engineer to provide dedicated civil engineering support for Community Solar and pre-NTP strategies. This role handles stormwater input, permit exhibits, and site constraint reviews, engaging early in development and staying with projects through discretionary permitting.

You will coordinate with civil and electrical teams, review geotechnical data, and prepare exhibits for hearings, while traveling as needed and maintaining strong communication with

Qualifications

• BS degree in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited university.
• 3+ years of professional civil engineering experience including stormwater management and erosion control design.
• EIT certification.
• Proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D and HydroCAD.
• Experience preparing or reviewing stormwater management and site permitting exhibits for discretionary permits.
• Experience interpreting geotechnical and wetland delineation reports.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for non-technical audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple projects across markets and jurisdictions.
• Willingness to roll up sleeves and work diligently.
• Willingness to travel with an active driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare stormwater management and Special Use Permit exhibits for Community Solar and other pre-NTP projects.
• Provide early civil input on site layout, including grading and drainage.
• Serve as internal technical resource for developers on civil/stormwater questions.
• Review geotechnical and wetland reports to support buildable designs.
• Build stormwater and permitting reference material for priority jurisdictions.
• Prepare technical exhibits and provide meeting support for hearings and reviews.
• Provide high-level stormwater and civil design summaries for project sales and diligence.
• Coordinate with construction-tracked civil engineers for NTP handoffs.
• Coordinate with electrical engineers for feasible designs with minimal iterations.
• Support delivery-tracked civil scope as priorities require.
• Attend community/agency meetings with project developers.

Skills

Project management

Multitasking

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

HydroCAD

Job description

OneEnergy Renewables seeks a Development Civil Engineer to provide dedicated civil engineering support for Community Solar and pre-NTP strategies. This role handles stormwater input, permit exhibits, and site constraint reviews, engaging early in development and staying with projects through discretionary permitting.

You will coordinate with civil and electrical teams, review geotechnical data, and prepare exhibits for hearings, while traveling as needed and maintaining strong communication with