Senior Energy Project Engineer – Civil & Renewables

Fisher Associates; Sugar Land (TX); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Fisher Associates in Sugar Land, TX is seeking an Energy Project Engineer - Civil to lead civil design for utility and renewable energy projects, including pipelines, transmission lines, solar and wind farms, substations, and Battery Energy Storage facilities. You will collaborate with utilities, developers, and project owners to advance designs from concept through construction.

You will own technical design, oversee design review, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor junior engineers while

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• 10–15 years of civil engineering experience, preferably in utility or renewable energy design.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain it.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience with linear utility corridor projects.
• Experience with local zoning and planning reviews, DOT permitting, and NYS Environmental Quality Reviews (SEQR).
• Understanding of all aspects of civil design plan preparation and construction bid packages.
• Proven ability to deliver quality work through critical thinking, problem-solving, and sound judgment.
• Ability to own projects, prioritize effectively, and meet deliverables and deadlines.
• Strong collaboration, communication, integrity, respect, and active listening skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and respond constructively to feedback.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering technical design tasks for utility and renewable energy projects.
• Develop design plans, drawings, specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
• Provide technical support during construction through site visits, design clarification, and design review.
• Prepare SWPPPs and stormwater management designs in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate engineering tasks with project scope, schedule, and budget and support project managers with schedules, documentation, and client presentations.
• Maintain accurate project records, including design documents, progress reports, and budget information.
• Ensure designs comply with state and local regulations, safety codes, and industry standards while providing quality control, direction, and technical support to project team members.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders and mentor junior engineers in project work and technical development.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Problem-solving

Active listening

Integrity

Respect

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

Fisher Associates in Sugar Land, TX is seeking an Energy Project Engineer - Civil to lead civil design for utility and renewable energy projects, including pipelines, transmission lines, solar and wind farms, substations, and Battery Energy Storage facilities. You will collaborate with utilities, developers, and project owners to advance designs from concept through construction.

You will own technical design, oversee design review, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor junior engineers while