SME, Civil Engineering, Energy and Infrastructure Projects (Raleigh, NC)

Linxon • Raleigh, NC

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

As the Subject Matter Expert, Civil Engineering, you will serve as a cornerstone of the Linxon Engineering Team—shaping how we design and deliver critical infrastructure that powers communities, enables renewable integration, and strengthens the energy grid of the future. You will apply your deep technical expertise to execute civil and structural engineering for AIS and GIS substations (11kV–550kV), battery energy storage systems, and renewable energy facilities, ensuring each project is built on a foundation of precision, innovation, and engineering excellence.

In this highly influential individual‑contributor role, you will collaborate closely with Project Lead Engineers, BIM Engineers, and Electro‑mechanical Engineers, serving as the technical authority who elevates designs, resolves challenges, and drives best‑in‑class engineering solutions. Your contributions will directly impact project performance, constructability, safety, and efficiency—positioning Linxon as a leader in delivering complex, high‑value infrastructure across the Americas.

Requirements

• You have experience in civil and structural design for high‑voltage substations or transmission lines; experience with industrial facilities or power plants is a plus.
• You understand geotechnical investigations, earthworks, grading, and drainage and how they influence project design.
• You are proficient in structural analysis tools such as STAAD and/or SAP2000.
• You are skilled in CAD platforms like AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, and ideally Revit as well.
• You bring (or are working toward) a Professional Engineering certification, which is considered an advantage.
• You hold a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with at least five years of experience, or a master’s degree with at least three years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver civil and structural design packages that meet technical requirements and support successful execution of substation and energy projects.
• Introduce innovative, cost‑saving design improvements that enhance project value.
• Provide key design inputs—layouts, quantities, grading, drainage, foundations, and steel structures—to strengthen overall project quality.
• Ensure all designs meet applicable codes and standards to reduce compliance risk.
• Conduct technical and constructability reviews that minimize rework and improve efficiency.
• Provide accurate engineering estimates and forecasts to support project planning.
• Lead and participate in design and hazard reviews to resolve issues early.
• Support construction teams by addressing field engineering challenges quickly.
• Coordinate effectively with line managers, engineers, and site teams to maintain alignment and progress.
• Work with customers, technical assurance, and subcontractors to secure approvals and ensure technical consistency.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a rewarding compensation package that reflects your contributions.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Comprehensive benefits to support your well-being and that of your family.
• 401K with Employer Match : Invest in your future with our generous retirement savings plan.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : Access confidential support for personal and professional challenges.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Recharge and relax with ample time off to maintain work-life balance.
• Learning and Development: Expand your skills through training programs and career-building opportunities.
• Mentorship Initiatives: Connect with experienced professionals for guidance, support, and career insight.
• Internal Mobility: Explore opportunities across departments and office locations to broaden your experience.
• Performance-Based Advancement: Grow your career through clear pathways tied to your achievements and impact.

What This Job Offers

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