Civil Engineer II/III, Hydrology & Infrastructure

KiloNewton is a dynamic technical consulting and software development company, focusing on engineering, renewable energy, manufacturing, and strategic business/technology decision management. If you are a self-motivated, crazy smart professional who is looking for a company that will allow you to be your best, while making the world a cleaner, better, happier place, then KiloNewton is for you! We are a small, growing firm, and so we are looking for someone to wear many hats.

KiloNewton is searching for an ambitious individual who is an experienced civil or structural engineering leader that enjoys working outside their comfort zone.  The ideal candidate will leverage their professional skills, in analysis, design and leadership to prepare calculations, drawings, reports, etc. for project deliverables on renewable energy civil site layout and design, survey, structural analysis, and other projects. 

The candidate will be skilled in using computer analysis and drafting software, including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and AutoDesk analysis packages, ArcGIS software, HEC-RAS and/or other G&D/hydrology software. The ideal candidate will also have experience with road and hydraulic feature design, concrete pads and steel driven foundations, interpreting survey and geotechnical reports, and hold a current valid PE license for stamping submittals, or be able to obtain it within 3 months. Designs/models must be created and analyzed with accurate detail that incorporates permitting ordinances, design inputs, sketches, field/customer notes, and must be able to comprehend, interpret, and render verbal inputs from the engineering supervisor and others as required.

We seek someone who has a passion for what they do and being part of something special. Our ideal candidate will be innovative and flexible, yet extremely process oriented. We are looking for someone who is dedicated to hard work, driven by excellence, and motivated to win!

Civil Engineer II/III, Hydrology & Infrastructure Job Description and Responsibilities

• Assess project and its requirements.
• Assess the impact and feasibility of site due diligence, preliminary layout and up to the final engineering design.
• Working with other technical staff to create, test, validate, and use innovative new automated processes for engineering design and analysis.
• Create new business through client outreach, helping develop new service offerings, and enhancing current services.
• Prepare drawings and schematic designs based on project requirements.
• Study and assess drawings, plans, specifications and other documents relating to construction projects.
• Create, review, and approve civil and structural plans, calculations, and permitting documents for submittals to customers, AHJs, and site owners.
• Experience with creation and review of typical civil submittals, such as SWPPP, and other state/federal permitting requirements.
• Determine budget, project schedules and scope of work and deploy appropriate staff.
• Preparing bids for prospective clients.
• Leading project teams, including the direction and support other engineering and skilled personnel in managing and executing multiple tasks and projects.
• Lead and direct onsite and offsite teams as necessary.
• Collaborate, manage, and interact with construction teams, surveyors, architects and outside project developers and consultants.
• Manage deliverables on time and within the budget.
• Initiate and ensure standard civil engineering discipline in drawings and plans including surveying, grading, geotechnical, wind, seismic, snow and hydrology analyses.
• Working closely on construction plans with clients, architects, and other professionals.
• Developing design ideas using CAD, HEC, and GIS software.
• Using computer simulations to predict how various site designs, and structures will react under different conditions.
• Making sure that projects meet legal guidelines, environmental directives, and health and safety requirements.
• Giving progress reports to clients and senior managers.
• Adhere to the best practices, standards and procedures of the company.
• Other duties as defined.

Civil Engineer II/III, Hydrology & Infrastructure Skills and Requirements

• Expertise in field of study to independently design and analyze civil and/or structural projects.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, and methods related to Hydrology modeling & CAD.
• Working knowledge of GIS techniques such as map production, editing, and geocoding.
• Highly proficient in MS Word, Excel, MS Project.
• Proficiency in other civil/structural programs such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, Flo3D, and other related programs.
• Knowledge of solar design software and processes a plus.
• Demonstrated customer relationship and people skills.
• Demonstrated excellent communications skills (written, verbal and presentation).
• Demonstrated excellent organizational skills and be detail oriented.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related technical discipline or related experience.
• Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent required.
• Professional Engineering License in relevant discipline (or ability to obtain one).
• 3-5 years experience in solar/renewable energy engineering highly preferred.
• The ideal candidate should have minimum 4 years of experience in civil/structural engineering, in a variety of tasks relevant to solar design as described above, however more specialized candidates with a desire to learn will be considered.

To apply, or for any questions, send an email with your contact information, job interest, and resume/CV to careers@kilonewton.com.