Senior Civil Engineer

Contour Global • Houston, TX

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Civil Engineer to join our Engineering team! In this role, you will report to Discipline Leader and will oversee the design, development, and implementation of civil and structural Design for our utility-scale renewable energy projects, including Solar PV farms, Wind parks, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This role requires technical proficiency throughout the entire project lifecycle, from feasibility studies and design to construction and commissioning phases.
The Senior Civil Engineer will serve as the company’s Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all civil engineering disciplines across the full project lifecycle — from initial due diligence and acquisition through detailed design, construction, and Commercial Operation Date (COD). This is a high-impact, highly visible role that sits at the intersection of technical rigor and commercial pragmatism.
This role will also be responsible for evaluating, procuring, and managing a network of third-party civil engineering consultants and EPC contractors, and critically reviewing all civil deliverables to ensure technical quality, code compliance, constructability, and cost efficiency.
The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in civil engineering design for US utility-scale solar and BESS projects with strong project management skills, sound commercial judgment, and the ability to communicate complex technical issues to non-technical stakeholders including executives, lenders, and equity partners.
Join us to drive the right power forward and make clean energy the natural choice for all!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (Civil), active and in good standing in at least one U.S. state; multi-state licensure strongly preferred.
• Minimum 6+ years of progressive civil engineering experience, with at least 4 years directly related to utility-scale solar PV and/or BESS projects.
• Familiarity with applicable codes and standards including ASCE, IBC, local grading ordinances, and state-level stormwater regulations.
• Strong working knowledge of site grading, earthwork, stormwater management, NPDES/SWPPP regulations, geotechnical principles, and site civil permitting processes.
• Demonstrated experience managing third-party civil engineering consultants and reviewing civil design packages as an owner’s representative or developer-side engineer.
• Experience participating in technical due diligence for project acquisitions, including risk identification and CapEx estimation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to produce clear technical memos, reports, and presentations for non-engineer audiences.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Civil Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
• Experience supporting project finance transactions (tax equity, construction debt, term debt) in a technical capacity.
• Familiarity with renewable energy EPC contracts (lump-sum and cost-plus structures) and civil scope risk allocation.
• Experience with BESS-specific civil considerations including equipment pad design, secondary containment, fire suppression infrastructure, and access requirements.
• Proficiency in reviewing AutoCAD Civil 3D models and drawings; GIS mapping tools (ArcGIS, QGIS) for site assessment.
• Familiarity with OSHA construction safety standards as they relate to civil site work.

Responsibilities

• Technical Due Diligence & Acquisition Support
• Consultant Management & Procurement
• Design Management & Technical Review
• Permitting & Regulatory Coordination
• Construction Phase Oversight
• Lender & Investor Technical Support
• Portfolio Standards & Knowledge Management

Benefits

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.
• Annual performance bonus tied to project milestones and individual objectives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with dolar to dolar company match up to 6%.
• Professional development support including PE license maintenance, conference attendance, and technical training.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement with periodic travel to offices and project sites.

What This Job Offers

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