Civil Project Engineer, Renewables

Westwood Professional Services; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Renewable Energy Civil Project Engineer to design and deliver projects supporting permitting and construction of renewable energy facilities.

The role requires applying general engineering knowledge to independently design a complete project and guide staff engineers and technicians. The ideal candidate will hold a ABET-accredited civil engineering degree, 2–4 years of A&E experience, and EIT certification with a PE preferred, plus strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (ABET-accredited).
• 2–4 years of experience in the A&E industry.
• EIT certification required; PE preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete designs and deliverables supporting permitting, design, and construction of renewable energy projects.
• Direct and review work by staff engineers and technicians.
• Collaborate with design team members to meet stakeholder requirements and codes.
• Provide clear directions for staff and assist Lead Engineers when needed.
• Develop understanding of the project lifecycle in your engineering area.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Detail-oriented

Renewable energy interest

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

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.

Job Type

Full-time

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.

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 2024, Zweig Group ranked Westwood nationally at #13 and #40, respectively, on its Hot Firms and Best Firms to Work for lists. Zweig also awarded Westwood one national 1st place award for Marketing Excellence. Westwood was recently recognized as #83 in the ENR Top 500 Firms in 2024. 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.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after 8/9/2026.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with employer match
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement
• paid medical and family leave benefits in accordance with applicable state law

Salary

80,000-95,000