Senior Civil Engineer

Sargent & Lundy; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Accident Insurance

Disability Coverage

401(k)

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a civil engineer to perform reviews and develop preliminary civil designs for utility-scale power projects. You will work with multidisciplinary teams, translating complex technical data into actionable information for stakeholders involved in development, design, construction, and finance.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, 10+ years of design experience, and proficiency with major civil software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering is required.
• 10+ years of experience in design techniques, tools, and principles for technical plans, drawings, calculations and models.
• 5+ years in detailed design of site grading, drainage, stormwater, road design, transport plans, track design, and ponds.
• Proficiency with civil engineering software such as ArcGIS Pro, AutoCAD Civil 3D, HydroCAD, StormCAD, PondPack, FLO-2D Pro, and AutoTURN.

Responsibilities

• Perform civil engineering reviews including storm water drainage, sanitary sewer systems, road design, and earthwork.
• Support preparation of general arrangement drawings with other disciplines.
• Prepare preliminary civil designs including grading, erosion control, drainage, and access roads with BOQ.
• Prepare and review technical specifications to define construction requirements.
• Advise power project developers.
• Evaluate new power and infrastructure projects to support financing.
• Develop technical reports for owners, developers, governmental agencies, committees, and financiers.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Engineering analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Master’s degree in civil/structural engineering or MBA

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Autodesk Civil 3D

HydroCAD

StormCAD

PondPack

FLO-2D Pro

AutoTURN

Job description

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

SLC works on behalf of clients to support utility-scale thermal, solar, wind, battery energy storage, and other power generating and infrastructure projects. We evaluate and optimize technical, commercial, environmental, and financial aspects of the projects for a variety of clients.
This Position Will Require You To Perform Civil Engineering Reviews And Prepare Preliminary Civil Designs, And To Understand Power Projects And Distill Technical Expertise Into Actionable Information That Project Stakeholders Rely On To Prudently Develop, Design, Construct, Operate, And Finance Those Projects. Working In Multi-disciplinary Project Teams, You Will Perform Tasks Such As The Following

• Perform civil engineering reviews, including storm water drainage, sanitary sewer systems, road design, and earthwork
• Support preparation of general arrangement drawings in coordination with other disciplines, such as mechanical and electrical engineers
• Prepare preliminary civil designs including items such as grading, erosion control, drainage and stormwater, wastewater, and access roads designs, with the associated bill of quantities
• Prepare and review technical specifications to define construction requirements
• Advise power project developers
• Evaluate new power and infrastructure projects independently to support financing
• Develop technical reports for applicable audiences – including owners, developers, governmental agencies and committees, and financiers

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential Skills And Experience

• This position requires a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering. A Master’s degree in civil/structural engineering or business (e.g., MBA) discipline is a plus.
• 10+ years of experience in design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, calculations, and models.
• 5+ years of experience in detailed design of site grading and drainage, stormwater systems, road design, transport plans, track design, and ponds.
• Proficiency with civil engineering software programs such as ArcGIS Pro, Autodesk Civil 3D, HydroCAD, StormCAD, PondPack, FLO-2D Pro, and AutoTURN. Must be capable of working in geospatially located tools.
• Power plant (combined cycle, simple cycle, nuclear, wind, solar) project design experience.
• Experience in writing and providing support documentation for Civil Engineering specifications or calculations.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to prioritize multiple parallel, fast-paced tasks within schedule and assigned budget.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical evaluation report writing.

Valued But Not Required Skills And Experience

• Professional Engineering (PE) license
• Data analysis and visualization
• Project finance or business acumen
• Construction project management and/or scheduling software knowledge
• Project planning, leadership, and organizational skills

Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work.
We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools.
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

About Sargent & Lundy

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness

Financial Benefits

Work-Life Balance

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA
• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$118,023 - $180,313

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.