Project Civil Engineer

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group, LLC; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Pet Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group, LLC is looking for civil engineering professionals to support large-scale engineering and construction projects across North America. The role involves designing civil site, access, and drainage systems specifically for energy substation and transmission projects, offering mentorship and growth opportunities.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a Professional Engineer license, with at least five years of relevant experience. Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package await the successful applicant.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of civil design experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in electric utility design (substation and transmission line - 15 kV to 500 kV).

Responsibilities

• Design civil site, access, and drainage systems for energy projects.
• Develop civil construction specifications and assist in cost estimates.
• Perform basic stormwater calculations using modeling software.

Skills

Civil Design

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation Inroads

Job description

About this Role

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group (QISG) is a rapidly growing construction management and engineering company within the Quanta Services (Quanta) family of companies. Quanta, the largest civil construction work force in North America focused on the Power Generation and Transmission Sector, is meeting the nation’s energy, utility, and communication needs head on. QISG is seeking project civil engineering professionals interested in working to support large-scale engineering and construction projects throughout North America by providing civil site design solutions to our construction partners and clients.

This role will design civil site, access, and drainage systems for large-scale energy substation and transmission projects using design-build delivery methods, working within a multi-disciplinary in-house team across civil, structural, geotechnical, and construction management disciplines. Core responsibilities include site layout, grading, stormwater analysis, permitting support, survey coordination, construction inspections, and production of construction drawings and specifications — all from an office-based setting using sound engineering judgment and digital tools to develop cost-effective solutions. The role offers mentorship from senior engineers while also mentoring junior staff, with growing leadership responsibilities to keep projects on scope, schedule, and budget.

What You'll Do

• Execute assignments requiring application of standard and advanced engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to carry out civil engineering tasks.
• Develop civil construction specifications, assist in development of cost estimates, engineering proposals, and project schedules.
• Support of substation and transmission line physical design consisting of layout, conduit, grounding, site and work pad development, and erosion and sediment control.
• Perform basic stormwater calculations to size culverts, ditches, and stormwater retention/detention facilities using stormwater modeling software.
• Interface closely with project-level and senior leadership personnel within the company, including geotechnical, geological, structural, transmission line, substation, and civil engineering, GIS, and construction management team members.
• Participate in oversight and management of subcontractor activities involved in drainage and grading designs and/or operations.
• Develop written reports and/or provide verbal communication of information in a professional and appropriate manner.
• Perform occasional site visits to project sites located throughout North America.
• Participation in sector focused professional organizations, and attendance and presentations at industry events.
• Work under supervision of Engineering Director and/or a Senior Engineer in a professional office setting.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure
• Minimum five (5) years of civil design experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
• Ability to work with moderate supervision and maximum efficiency in a small or medium size office setting
• Experience in electric utility design (substation and transmission line - 15 kV to 500 kV)
• MicroStation Inroads design experience

What You’ll Get

• Competitive Compensation
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Comprehensive Health Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discount Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the Company’s Human Resources department.