Civil Project Engineer, Renewables

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Westminster (CO)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) with anem

company-paid life and AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Paid medical and family leave benefits

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Renewables Civil Project Engineer to design and deliver permitting-ready civil components for renewable energy projects. You will lead design tasks, supervise staff, and coordinate with other disciplines to meet project milestones.

The role emphasizes collaboration, adherence to codes, and ongoing professional growth within a multidisciplinary team. Strong communication and problem-solving are essential as projects progress through lifecycle

Qualifications

Complete all designs and deliverables to support permitting, design, and construction.
Collaborate with design team members to meet stakeholder requirements and codes.
Provide clear directions for Staff Engineers and Technicians.
Support Lead Engineers and cover in their absence.
Develop understanding of project lifecycle in your technical area.

Responsibilities

Apply broad engineering principles to projects and adapt standard techniques and criteria.
Independently evaluate, select, and adapt design methods and criteria.
Gain specialized knowledge and develop engineering skills through mentored experiences.
Work on multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions.
Collaborate with internal staff to uphold company standards and consistency.

Skills

Effective communication

Team coordination

Problem solving

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree

EIT certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Description

Renewables Civil Project Engineer

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

The Project Engineer is responsible for designs and deliverables that support the permitting and construction of renewable energy projects. Project Engineers apply general engineering knowledge to design a complete project independently. They also direct and review work by staff engineers and technicians, develop a holistic perspective of the project lifecycle, and participate in client interactions.

Requirements

Complete all designs and deliverables to support the permitting, designing, and construction of renewable energy projects.
Collaborate with and direct other design team members to complete design tasks and produce project deliverables that meet stakeholder requirements and adhere to relevant codes and standards.
Provide clear directions for Staff Engineers and Technicians.
Support Lead Engineers and provide coverage in their absence.
Develop an understanding of the project lifecycle related to your technical area of expertise.
Apply broad knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
Independently evaluate, select, and adapt standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
Gain specialized knowledge and develop engineering skills through mentored experiences.
Gain the ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
Collaborate with internal team members to uphold company standards and consistency

Skills and Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
Must have 2-4 years of experience in the discipline within the A&E industry.
EIT certification required, recent PE preferred.
Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with department personnel and office staff; must possess strong oral and written communication skills.
Proficient with AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
Experience managing design staff is a plus.
Must be detail-oriented and efficient in problem-solving.
Must have an interest in renewable energy development and design.

For Preferred Consideration (Not Required):

Ideal candidate will have experience in renewable energy or display passion to learn about the renewable energy industry.
Experience managing Land Development or Public Infrastructure projects

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative “One Team” mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.

We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision.

We are partners in our clients’ success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.

We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.

Join us in creating a better world.

In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.