Renewable Energy Civil Engineer

VHB • Richmond, VA

21h • Hybrid

About The Position

VHB is seeking a Civil Engineer or Production Manager to join its Mid-Atlantic Energy Evolution Practice and help deliver utility-scale renewable energy projects, including solar and battery energy storage systems. The role serves as a technical lead on complex civil site development challenges, applying thoughtful design, environmental stewardship, and coordinated permitting to develop practical, implementable solutions. The engineer works with engineers, planners, and environmental professionals to balance client objectives, community needs, and site-specific conditions, while supporting projects that advance a sustainable and resilient energy future.

The position supports civil design and land development work from site investigation and analysis through design documentation and permitting. It includes developing plans, specifications, reports, and calculations; coordinating across disciplines; and providing technical guidance and quality oversight to junior staff. The role is available in Richmond, Williamsburg, or Virginia Beach, Virginia, and offers a flexible, hybrid work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of relevant energy civil engineering or land development experience.
• Prior experience with site grading, stormwater management, and erosion and sediment control design.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license or ability to obtain one within 6 months.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical information clearly.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work independently on assigned tasks while staying connected to team priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a thoughtful approach to site-specific design challenges.
• Proactive approach to learning, strong attention to detail, and commitment to high-quality work.
• Ability to organize assignments, respond to feedback, and coordinate deliverables with the project team.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with or exposure to AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience with or exposure to stormwater analysis and design software such as HydroCAD, StormWise (ICPR4), StormCAD, FlowMaster, or similar tools.
• Interest in the evolving energy sector and the role of civil engineering in delivering sustainable, resilient infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop civil engineering plans, specifications, and supporting documents for energy infrastructure and related land development projects.
• Manage, mentor, and support junior staff, providing technical guidance, quality oversight, and opportunities to build project delivery experience.
• Support site layout, grading, drainage, stormwater management, and erosion and sediment control design, incorporating project requirements and site constraints.
• Prepare engineering drawings and design models using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Conduct field visits independently or with team members to document existing conditions, collect measurements, and capture site photographs and other relevant information.
• Evaluate field data, survey information, and engineering calculations to inform design decisions.
• Assist with land development approvals and permitting documentation, coordinating technical inputs with the project team.
• Prepare technical reports and design calculations that communicate engineering approaches and support regulatory review.
• Coordinate across disciplines to integrate civil design with environmental considerations and overall project objectives.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may participate in the VHB 401(k) plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Recognition programs.
• Eligible employees may receive annual incentive compensation bonuses, spot bonuses, and merit-based salary increases.
• Flexible, hybrid work environment.
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies.

What This Job Offers

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