Civil Engineer - Renewable Energy/Solar

Kimley-Horn • Orange, CA

1d • $90,000 - $115,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn's Orange office is seeking a Civil Engineer with 1+ years of experience in the Renewable Energy/Solar Industry to join their Renewable Energy team. This is not a remote position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 1 years of relevant experience in civil engineering, preferably focused on renewable energy projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Solid understanding of site design, hydrology, grading, and civil fundamentals.
• Familiarity with solar or energy storage projects is highly desirable.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a good client-service mindset.

Nice To Haves

• EIT certification preferred
• CA PE license is a plus or actively pursuing CA PE.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and develop civil engineering plans for renewable energy projects.
• Conduct site planning, grading, drainage, erosion control, and utility design for energy infrastructure.
• Prepare engineering calculations, construction drawings, and technical reports.
• Support permitting and entitlement efforts by working with local municipalities and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations as well as client requirements.
• Communicate effectively with team members, internal partners, clients, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables with attention to detail and high-quality standards.

Benefits

• 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level