Senior Site Civil Engineer — Energy & Utility Projects

Hanson Professional Services, Inc.; Hawthorne Place (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanson Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Site Civil Engineer to lead civil and utility infrastructure design for renewable energy and traditional sites.

You will work with municipalities, regulatory agencies, and utility providers to ensure compliant, safe, and efficient project delivery. Ideal candidates have a PE license with 10+ years in site civil engineering, strong communication, and proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with at least 10 years of relevant experience in site civil engineering.
• Experience with site development and/or utility infrastructure projects, including exposure to renewable energy (wind, solar) or transmission projects preferred.
• Familiarity with permitting processes for both traditional development and energy/utility projects.
• Proven project and/or task management experience.
• Strong knowledge of site civil engineering principles, including grading, drainage, stormwater management, and utility design.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D (preferred) or similar site design software.
• General Contractor License a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and manage civil engineering projects from concept through construction, including renewable energy and utility infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with local municipalities, regulatory agencies, and utility providers to ensure compliance with zoning, permitting, and environmental regulations.
• Perform site evaluations, due diligence, and feasibility assessments for land development and energy infrastructure projects, including wind, solar, and transmission sites.
• Prepare and review engineering plans, specifications, drainage reports, and permit submittals.
• Develop grading, drainage, access roads, and utility layouts for large-scale developments and power generation facilities.
• Collaborate with project managers to define scope, schedules, and budgets for site and utility development projects.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful execution.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and design staff.
• Deliver designs that meet safety standards, environmental requirements, and client expectations.
• Perform quality control reviews for contract deliverables.
• Coordinate with surveyors, environmental scientists, structural engineers, and electrical engineers to support integrated delivery of power and site projects.

Skills

PE License

Project management

Communication skills

Site development

Renewable energy

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Hanson Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Site Civil Engineer to lead civil and utility infrastructure design for renewable energy and traditional sites.

You will work with municipalities, regulatory agencies, and utility providers to ensure compliant, safe, and efficient project delivery. Ideal candidates have a PE license with 10+ years in site civil engineering, strong communication, and proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D.