Civil Engineer

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development engineering construction operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies- energy sales and management and marketing energy services self-consumption electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the design engineering and construction of renewable energy facilities by reviewing civil and structural engineering deliverables drawings specifications calculations and technical reports.
• Coordinate with engineering consultants and contractors to resolve technical issues manage RFIs and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Develop and maintain preliminary civil design criteria and specifications for roads foundations geotechnical investigations drainage hydrology O&M buildings solar tracker foundations and other civil infrastructure.
• Perform periodic site visits to monitor construction quality safety engineering compliance and progress while supporting QA/QC activities.
• Support procurement activities by reviewing technical evaluations contractor proposals equipment submittals and scopes of work for civil construction packages.
• Assist with project estimating cost forecasting market analysis and continuous improvement initiatives by incorporating lessons learned into future project designs.
• Prepare technical reports project documentation KPI metrics and engineering updates to support project execution and provide civil engineering expertise to Operations Business Development and other internal stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering required.
• EIT certification preferred; ability to obtain Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure within one year is preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in civil engineering; experience with utility-scale wind solar or Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects is highly desirable.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and AutoCAD; experience with civil engineering software such as ArcGIS AutoTURN hydraulic modeling FEM analysis or RSMeans is a plus.
• Working knowledge of applicable engineering standards and codes including ASCE AASHTO ASTM ACI AISC and AWS.
• Strong analytical problem-solving communication and technical documentation skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and environmental compliance.
• Ability to travel up to 30% domestically and internationally.
• Valid drivers license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Spanish language proficiency is a plus.

Pay & Benefits:

• Base Pay: $85000 - $105000 (based on experience education and skillset).
• 10% Annual Performance Bonus (based on individual performance and company metrics).
• Day 1 Benefits: medical dental and vision insurance an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) HSA company contributions and FSA options.
• Benefits after 90 days: 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting life insurance disability coverage paid parental leave and other optional plans.
• 15 days of PTO (with 1 additional day per year of service) 9 public holidays and 2 flexible holidays.
• $50 monthly reimbursement for health wellness or fitness-related memberships and equipment.

Job Location:

55 E Monroe Street

Suite 2900

Chicago IL 60603

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin circumstances background or condition.