VHB · 23 hours ago
Civil Engineer - Energy
Greater Boston
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expVHB is an innovative team dedicated to supporting the transition to clean, sustainable energy solutions. The Civil Engineer in the Energy Evolution Practice will be responsible for civil engineering design and project management for electrical substations and related energy infrastructure projects.
Asset ManagementCivil EngineeringConstructionConsultingGraphic Design
Responsibilities
Primary duties will include preparation of engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports and civil design in support of electrical substations (low, medium and high voltage) and substation systems
Work within a team of professionals in developing site civil engineering plans, reports, and specifications for electrical substations, solar facilities, transmission line right-of-way access, and various utility related land development projects
Civil engineering for substation expansions and replacements including siting, grading and drainage design, utility design, interior circulation layout, and exterior access design
Civil engineering for transmission line permanent and temporary gravel road access to support construction and long-term operations and maintenance including development of plans and access road profiles, stormwater management, work pads, pull pads, and alternative/innovative solutions for challenging locations that require safe access
Preparation and/or reviewing design criteria, drawings, and specifications
Preparation and/or reviewing permitting, design, and construction documents
Reviewing geotechnical and reports
Coordinating with other project disciplines including structural and electrical
Project task financial performance, and management of small to medium projects
Engagement in business development and client relations
Technical and design report writing
Attending meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to establish their needs and discuss design/permitting issues
Qualification
Required
BS in Civil Engineering or equivalent field of study
5-8 years of professional site/civil/electrical engineering experience
Professional Engineering License
Preferred
AutoCAD Civil 3D and HydroCAD / StormCAD experience
Experience with GIS Systems
Experience with PLS-CADD software
Experience with Microstation software
Solid understanding of the typical land entitlement process in New England including permitting at the local and state level
Benefits
Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
Focus on learning, development, and career growth
Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace
Company
VHB
VHB offers civil engineering, site and transit planning, GIS mapping, consulting, analytics, design-build, and structure designing services.
1001-5000 employees
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