Resident Engineer

HILGARTWILSON, LLC; Rosamond (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid healthcare

Paid time off

401(k) retirement with match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ramos CS, now a part of Colliers Engineering & Design, actively hired a Resident Engineer to support the Willow Rock Energy Storage Center in Kern County, CA. The role oversees four 130 MW turbine trains, thermal storage, and a 19-mile 230kV interconnection, serving as the primary technical resource.

Qualifications include a CA PE license and 10+ years in heavy industrial construction, with energy storage and EPC collaboration experience. Full-time field presence is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering.
• Active California PE license required.
• 10+ years in heavy industrial construction with field engineering exposure.
• Experience on power generation or energy storage projects.

Responsibilities

• Serve as senior on-site engineering lead, addressing contractor questions.
• Review submittals, RFIs, and change orders for technical accuracy.
• Oversee Field Engineers and Inspectors with guidance and quality control.
• Monitor construction progress against design documents and schedule.
• Lead site meetings and technical coordination calls.
• Review and approve engineering docs, as-built conditions, and design changes.
• Identify field conditions requiring re-design or contract changes.
• Promote a safety-first approach on site.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Field experience

On-site leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Ramos CS, now a part of Colliers Engineering & Design, is actively hiring a Resident Engineer to support construction of the Willow Rock Energy Storage Center (WRESC), a nominal 520-megawatt (MW) gross (500 MW net) advanced compressed air energy storage (A-CAES) facility in Kern County, California, approximately 4 miles north of Rosamond. The Resident Engineer will provide senior-level engineering oversight across the site's four 130 MW power turbine trains, thermal storage systems, air storage cavern, and the associated 19-mile 230kV gen-tie interconnection to Southern California Edison's Whirlwind Substation, serving as the primary technical resource for engineering.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior engineering point of contact on-site, responding to design and engineering questions raised by contractors and field staff.
• Review contractor submittals, RFIs, and change order requests for technical accuracy and conformance with design intent.
• Oversee and support Field Engineers and Construction Inspectors, providing technical guidance and quality control direction.
• Monitor construction progress against design documents, specifications, and project schedule.
• Attend and lead site meetings, progress meetings, and technical coordination calls as needed.
• Review and approve engineering documentation, as-built conditions, and field-generated design changes.
• Identify and help resolve field conditions that require engineering re-design or contract change orders.
• Promote a Safety First approach across all site activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline.
• Active California Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 10+ years of experience in heavy industrial construction, with demonstrated ability to respond to engineering questions in the field.
• Strong understanding of design engineering concepts across civil, structural, mechanical, and/or electrical disciplines.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
• Experience on power generation, energy storage, or other heavy industrial/utility-scale projects.
• Experience working alongside EPC contractors and multi-disciplinary design teams.
• Availability for regular site visits and meetings - full-time field presence is not required.

Compensation: $160,000 to $185,000 per year (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer

Ramos Consulting Services, now a part of Colliers Engineering & Design, offers competitive benefits that support our employees in their life and career. This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to:

• Employer-Provided Healthcare: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee base plans. We also provide a 40% employer contribution toward dependent or family coverage plans.
• Paid Time Off: 120 hours of combined PTO and Sick Time annually, in addition to paid holidays.
• Retirement Planning: Participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Pre-tax FSA/HSA options for medical, dental, and dependent care expenses to help manage out-of-pocket costs.
• Employee Wellness & Support: 100% employer-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing 24/7 confidential support for work-life balance, financial wellness, and emotional well-being.
• National Resources & Career Growth: As part of the Colliers Engineering & Design national platform, employees have access to expanded technical resources, mentorship, and diverse career development opportunities across the Western United States and beyond.