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Civil Design Engineer
Description: Inman Solar is seeking a motivated individual for the position of Civil Design Engineer. Working as an integral part of a knowledgeable and experienced team, the candidate will be involved in all civil-related aspects of solar project design and engineering and will see projects from conceptual design to final completion.
The candidate will be responsible for performing and managing internal and external resources for engineering and design for efficient and practical PV systems and communicating the design effectively to the construction team, customer, and senior management. The Civil Design Engineer will be responsible for creating grading models, staking plans, and landscaping plans based on value engineering and compliance with industry standards as well as customer specifications. The role will require a strong understanding of the civil and mechanical considerations of PV systems. High level project management and communication skills will be valuable to ensure a quality project is delivered on time and on budget. This position will require travel up to 50% of the time.
Responsibilities:
- Execute the design of PV systems and produce construction quality drawings (physical layout, civil design, installation details, etc.).
- Utilize Civil 3D software to create functional and efficient grading models for PV systems.
- Create staking plans for surveyors to mark important civil and electrical layout features to communicate design to on-site installers.
- Conduct on-site evaluations of civil work to assess progress, quality, and adherence to design specifications.
- Prepare tree clearing and grubbing plans to ensure efficient site preparation.
- Review third-party civil engineering documents for accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
- Create and improve existing optimization tools to assist system design.
- Collaborate with internal teams—including project managers, engineers, and construction personnel—to ensure seamless project execution.
- Stay updated on industry best practices, regulations, and advancements in civil engineering technology.