Civil Engineer I

Summary

Castillo Engineering is a mission-driven engineering firm focused on renewable energy and land development projects. The Civil Engineer I will support utility-scale solar and battery storage projects through site development, grading, stormwater, drainage, access road, and structural design. The role also involves preparing Civil 3D deliverables, coordinating with engineering teams, maintaining project documentation, and participating in design reviews and client meetings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare site development plans, grading plans, drainage maps, erosion control, and access road designs
• Create and maintain Civil 3D drawings including site plans, landscape layouts, plans and profiles, cross sections, general notes, and detail drawings
• Perform earthwork analysis including cut/fill volume calculations
• Develop model space layouts, surface modeling, and alignments based on project specifications
• Ensure compliance with local codes, industry standards, and client requirements
• Support the development of CAD and engineering SOPs
• Contribute to refining workflows to improve project efficiency and accuracy
• Maintain organized design documentation and manage project files
• Coordinate with Project Engineers, Designers, and Project Managers to meet project deadlines
• Participate in internal design reviews and client meetings
• Provide technical support and collaborate across disciplines
• Provide technical support and collaborate across disciplines

Skills

• • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering
• • 1+ years of experience including internship experience in civil site design and plan creation
• • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D including grading, alignments, profiles, corridors, feature lines, surface modeling, and volume calculations
• • Strong foundation in stormwater, drainage, and access road design
• • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word)
• • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
• • Desire to obtain PE licensure or active EIT certification
• • This role has a remote work arrangement anywhere in the continental US
• • Experience with solar farm or energy infrastructure projects preferred
• • Familiarity with GIS software preferred
• • Knowledge of geotechnical and soil-structure interaction principles preferred

Qualifications

Must Haves

• • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering
• • 1+ years of experience including internship experience in civil site design and plan creation
• • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D including grading, alignments, profiles, corridors, feature lines, surface modeling, and volume calculations
• • Strong foundation in stormwater, drainage, and access road design
• • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word)
• • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
• • Desire to obtain PE licensure or active EIT certification
• • This role has a remote work arrangement anywhere in the continental US

Nice to Haves

• • Experience with solar farm or energy infrastructure projects preferred
• • Familiarity with GIS software preferred
• • Knowledge of geotechnical and soil-structure interaction principles preferred

Benefits

• Remote work arrangement anywhere in the continental US
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (if applicable)
• Paid time off
• Company holidays
• Professional growth opportunities
• Mentorship
• Supportive culture committed to innovation and continuous improvement