Civil Engineer jobs in Colorado

Synopsis: This is an ideal opportunity for a Civil Engineer who is looking to gain valuable geotechnical and foundation design experience and establish a career in the exciting renewable energy industry.  

Location: The primary workplace is in Thornton, Colorado. Candidates have the flexibility to work remotely, provided they can effectively coordinate with MDT/MST time zone schedules. Occasional travel may be necessary for face-to-face client meetings and to conduct on-site visits as project demands dictate. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with a geotechnical focus or interest from an ABET-accredited university.

• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in home jurisdiction is preferred. If not, the candidate must have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and must be working to obtain PE licensure. 

• 0-4 years of relevant professional experience in civil, geotechnical, or environmental engineering and consulting, with a good understanding of foundation design for both utility-scale wind farms and solar park projects. 

• Competence or willingness to become more competent in geotechnical and structural analysis/design software. 

• Basic skills in spatial analysis and visualization tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GIS. 

• Exceptional technical writing and communication skills. 

• Attention to detail, quality, and safety. 

• Readiness and capability to travel as necessary for project demands. 

• Ability to perform field tasks in various weather conditions. 

• A valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean driving record is required. 

• Authorization to work in the United States. We do not offer visa sponsorship. 

Responsibilities: 

• Under the mentorship of senior staff, support both field and design-related engineering tasks. 

• Design and execute geotechnical investigation scopes for diverse types of renewable energy projects. 

• Manage drilling and field and laboratory testing scopes and sub-contractors providing data for such scopes, including geotechnical soil borings, installation of piezometer wells, and other field activities. 

• Travel to project sites to observe initial geotechnical activities or during project construction to observe foundation construction and provide QA/QC documentation. 

• Provide design support for foundation and excavation support systems, ground improvement projects, and instrumentation. 

• Engage in diverse projects encompassing utility-scale wind farms and solar parks, with a focus on shallow and deep foundations, soil improvement, earth retention systems, and geotechnical instrumentation. 

• Provide technical construction observation, contribute to geotechnical and structural design processes, and support instrument design and interpretation and technical specifications. 

• Oversee geotechnical site investigations, including soil borings, laboratory testing, and technical management of subcontractors. 

• Coordinate and interpret laboratory tests. 

• Perform engineering analysis and design calculations using software packages such as L-Pile, STAAD, RISA, PLAXIS, PTC Mathcad Prime, MS Excel, and other packages. 

• Prepare technical memos, draft geotechnical investigation reports, and produce and assemble design calculation reports, and construction specifications. 

• Design and revise engineering drawings using AutoCAD. 

Benefits and Perks: 

• Health, dental, and vision insurance 

• Retirement savings plan with company-matching 

• Generous vacation and paid time off 

• Flexible work arrangements 

• Professional development opportunities 

Application Process: Please submit your application via email to hr@civilrenewables.com including your resume and a cover letter. Applications must be submitted by 06/21/2024. 

Salary and Compensation: The salary range for this position is 60-85k depending on experience and licensure status. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health insurance, retirement savings plans, paid vacation, and more. 

Work Hours: This is a full-time position with standard work hours from Monday to Friday. We offer flexible working hours and the possibility of remote work to accommodate the needs of our employees. 

Diversity and Inclusion: Civil Renewables is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 

For more information about the role or the application process, please reach out to us at hr@civilrenewables.com. 

Join the Civil Renewables team and play a pivotal role in pioneering construction solutions with a dynamic group dedicated to sustainability and innovation.