Energy Engineer

Fisher & Associates • Ithaca, NY

291d • $70,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Are you an early-career Civil Engineer looking to gain hands-on experience in engineering design, site development, and energy infrastructure? Join our team and build the foundation for your future as a licensed Professional Engineer (PE)! At Fisher Associates, we believe in cultivating our gifts to create a legacy of infrastructure that improves the quality of life. Our work shapes communities, enhances sustainability, and creates meaningful connections that last for generations. Join us in shaping the future—where your work truly makes a difference.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Minimum of 0 - 5 years of experience
• Experience in designing and creating plan sets in AutoCAD programs and Civil3D preferred
• Experience with SWPPP preparation preferred
• Experience with hydrology modeling preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel

Nice To Haves

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively in both written and verbal formats
• Strong attention to detail while adapting to changing priorities
• Proactive, self-motivated attitude with a strong desire to learn and grow

Responsibilities

• Assist with engineering design for energy, utility, and infrastructure projects
• Work on grading, stormwater management, erosion control, and site development plans
• Conduct field investigations, site assessments, and stormwater inspections
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, and CAD Technicians
• Gain hands-on experience in renewable energy, transmission, and gas line replacement
• Perform routine engineering design tasks based on focused input from more experienced engineers
• Work with Project Managers, Project Engineers, Technicians and CADD Operator/Drafters in the development of plans, profiles, grading, and typical sections
• Perform in-depth field investigations, routine to moderately complex research, and quantity estimating
• Review comments made by clients and regulatory agencies and transfer the appropriate comments to a working set of drawings
• Perform site and field work, including field-measured documentation, existing facility inventory, and site investigation
• Coordinate with team members to produce contract documents, including the preparation of special specifications and special notes
• Complete assignments efficiently in a timely and complete manner
• Perform 3-D modeling and other specialized studies under the supervision of the Project Manager and other Engineers
• Perform construction oversight for permit compliance of Energy related projects
• Support Utility and Renewable projects for Stormwater Inspections
• Maintain a favorable working relationship with clients
• Participate in project team meetings and attend client meetings as requested

Benefits

• Immediate 401k enrollment with annual company contributions
• Comprehensive health insurance options
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible hybrid schedule
• Optional half-day Fridays
• Generous PTO
• Tuition assistance and ongoing training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree