Civil Engineer - Level 2

Summary

Qcells USA provides utility-scale solar photovoltaic, battery energy storage, and engineering, procurement, and construction services for renewable energy projects. The Civil Engineer Level 2 supports site development, grading optimization, hydrology modeling, foundation engineering, stormwater management, and permitting compliance for large-scale solar and BESS projects. The role collaborates with engineering, permitting, construction, and environmental teams and provides technical guidance to junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing grading and drainage plans, ensuring cut/fill balance optimization for large-scale solar and BESS sites
• Support stormwater management design, including runoff calculations, sediment control planning, and erosion prevention measures
• Conduct geotechnical investigations, evaluating soil stability, compaction, and foundation feasibility for racking and battery installations
• Assist in foundation engineering, working on pile designs, slab foundations, and soil-structure interaction analysis
• Develop road layouts, access driveways, and site drainage solutions to support efficient project construction and operations
• Work with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GIS software to develop site layouts, topographic maps, and grading models
• Perform hydrology calculations and drainage modeling, ensuring compliance with SWPPP, NEPA, and local permitting requirements
• Support land permitting efforts, preparing documentation for stormwater permits, grading approvals, and environmental impact assessments
• Ensure project compliance with civil engineering regulations, zoning laws, and environmental guidelines
• Collaborate with electrical and structural engineers to align site layouts with interconnection requirements and racking system placements
• Support QA/QC reviews of civil engineering plans, ensuring designs align with EPC constructability and cost-efficiency requirements
• Work with contractors and construction teams to resolve site challenges, refine grading plans, and adjust foundation designs based on field conditions
• Engage with permitting agencies and environmental consultants to streamline project approvals and compliance reporting
• Provide technical support and guidance to entry-level engineers and drafters, assisting with best practices in grading design, site development, and stormwater modeling
• Participate in industry research and training programs, staying up to date on advancements in site optimization, geotechnical innovations, and regulatory changes affecting large-scale solar and BESS projects

Skills

• • 2+ years of experience in civil site design, land development, and stormwater engineering
• • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• • Experience with permitting processes, site grading, and foundation design for renewable energy projects
• + AutoCAD, Civil 3D (Intermediate proficiency)
• + GIS tools for topography and hydrology analysis
• • Stationary Position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours in a day
• • Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk
• • Carry Weight: infrequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds
• • Hearing and Speech: frequently communicates with the ability to hear and talk on a regular basis with employees, coworkers, and all personnel matters; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• • Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office objects near and far
• • Climb: occasionally ascends/descends on stairway to get to office upper and lower floors
• • Travel: up to 30% as needed
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time
• + NABCEP PV Associate, EIT, or FE (Preferred)

Qualifications

Must Haves

• • 2+ years of experience in civil site design, land development, and stormwater engineering
• • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• • Experience with permitting processes, site grading, and foundation design for renewable energy projects
• + AutoCAD, Civil 3D (Intermediate proficiency)
• + GIS tools for topography and hydrology analysis
• • Stationary Position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours in a day
• • Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk
• • Carry Weight: infrequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds
• • Hearing and Speech: frequently communicates with the ability to hear and talk on a regular basis with employees, coworkers, and all personnel matters; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• • Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office objects near and far
• • Climb: occasionally ascends/descends on stairway to get to office upper and lower floors
• • Travel: up to 30% as needed
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time

Nice to Haves

• + NABCEP PV Associate, EIT, or FE (Preferred)

Benefits

• Remote schedule of working out of their home office
• An additional discretionary bonus structure or incentives may be offered as part of the overall compensation package
• The full range of medical, dental, and/or other benefits may be offered, dependent on the level and position offered