Civil Staff Engineer, Renewables

Westwood Professional Services Inc • Upper Gwynedd Township, PA

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About The Position

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Site Design Staff Engineer to join their team. This role involves performing activities related to the site design of utility-scale solar projects, including the design of civil infrastructure such as access roads and work pads. Other work activities include permitting support and occasional field work. The ideal candidate will share a passion for high-quality production, client commitment, and a fast-paced work environment. This position will serve as a member of an integrated design team and be responsible for compiling civil design plan sets alongside other disciplines to meet project schedules and budgets, where clear and concise written and verbal communication is imperative.

Requirements

• 0+ years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET/EAC-accredited program.
• Engineer-in-Training or Engineering Intern certification, or the ability to pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam within 6 months.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Effective time and workload management skills, including planning, organizing, and prioritizing tasks with a focus on detail.
• Working knowledge of MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to maintain a high standard of professionalism in all workplace interactions.
• Effective oral and written communication skills for clarity and effectiveness.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across multiple offices.
• Ability to adhere to firm policies, practices, and procedures by following directions and guidelines diligently.
• Ability to show assertiveness and a collaborative spirit when addressing and resolving conflicts.

Nice To Haves

• Civil 3D or AutoCAD drafting experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a design team member supporting permitting, design, and construction of renewable energy projects.
• Use sound engineering judgment and adhere to ethical standards when evaluating, selecting, and applying standard technical procedures to complete project tasks.
• Gain foundational knowledge and develop engineering skills through mentored experiences.
• Coordinate with design team members to meet project milestones, contract requirements, and client expectations.
• Collaborate with design team members to uphold company standards and consistency.

What This Job Offers

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