Civil Engineer
Louisville, KY - USA
Job Summary
Are you ready to be part of a companythatsnot just talking about the future but actively shaping it Join The AES Corporation the largest US-based global power company witha teamof 8300employees across 12 countries.
AES has beenranked #1 byBloombergNEFin renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years providing electricityformillions of peopleworldwide.
We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work rankings across the markets where weoperate. AES was also named one of the Worlds Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026 highlighting our dedication to integrity transparency and responsible business practices.
Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institutes Edison Awards in the twenty-first century a distinction honoringglobal leadership in advancing the electric power industry.
Ifyoureready to be part of a companythatsnot just adapting to change but driving it AES is the place for just building a more sustainable futurewerepowering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader inglobalenergy.
AESCleanEnergy is seeking an experiencedCivil Engineertojoin the Civil EngineeringteaminsupportingStrategic Development (Strat Dev) Real Estate (RE)Development (Dev) DevelopmentEngineering (Dev Eng) Execution Engineering(Exec Eng) Constructionand Operations and Maintenance (O&M)fordesigndevelopmentpermittingconstructionandO&Msupportofwindphotovoltaic(PV)and grid-scale batteryenergystorage systems(BESS)in coordination with the AESCleanEnergyteams.
TheCivilEngineerwillbe responsibleforprovidingsupport to theCivil Engineeringteam andguidance to Strat DevREand DevwhileassistingtheDev Engand Exec Enggroupwithearly-throughlate-stagecivildesignplans.This role will includecollaboration withPermittingGeotechand Civilsubject matter experts (SME)reviewofHydrology StudiesstormwaterdesigndevelopmentsupportingentitlementacquisitionandprovidingPre-constructionsupport. As projects move from Dev Eng into Exec Eng theCivil Engineer will supportPre-Construction Exec EngEngineering Construction OwnersEngandProcurement (EPC)detailedcivildesign reviewsand provide Civil Engineeringrecommendations.Periodic support duringthe constructionphasecollaborationwith Compliance onstormwatermanagementsupport ofrequests for informationandproject close outsupportforwindsolar PV andBESSprojectswill be expected.
TheCivilEngineersupportsthe Civil Engineering team anda largerdevelopment andexecution projectteam andservesin support oftheSubject Matter Experts(SME)for technical and engineering mattersrelated tocivil engineeringdesign stormwatermanagement and constructionrecommendations.This candidate will work closely withotherCivil EngineeringTeammembersandassistbothDev Engand Exec Engin providingoversight onconceptualthrough IFCdesignsby others. Designplanreviews maybeperformedoptimized and reviewed utilizing AutoCAD Civil3Dand Revu Bluebeam.This position requires the candidate to have exposureandknowledge of the regulatorypermitting and constructionprocess for land development projects.Excellent communication taskmanagementand planning skills needed in addition tothe requirement for breadth intechnicalknowledge.
The successful candidateshouldhave experience in the design engineering and analysis ofcivildesignsand studiesand stormwater management systems from 5-500 acres. Experience withwindPV systems andBESSranging from 500 kW to200MWis preferable.
While civil engineering is the primary qualification the role will require the review of information related to all practical elements ofwindPVand BESS design. The successful applicant while not an expert will be comfortable with high-level review of all elements of practical windBESSand PV system design.
Thisisahybridposition with potentialto beflexibleand may include up to 25% travel to project locations and partneroffices andmayincludeinternational travel.Working in this hybrid position will require beingcloseto a regional airport.
Key Responsibilities
Work closely withCivil Engineering team andproject stakeholder teams within AESand otherstosupport andmanage project timelines
Assistthe Civil Engineering team with thereviewofCivilandHydrology and HydraulicScope of Work andspecificationsdevelopment
Review and verifypreliminary studiesofhydrology hydraulicsstormwater management andearthworksestimatesamong othersfor projects indevelopment throughEPCstages of development5% 10% 30%60% 90%issue for permit (IFP) andissue for construction (IFC)with Civil Engineering team
Assistthe Civil Engineering teaminpreparation of preliminary documents fordevelopmentpermittingandgradingplans
Evaluate proposals forengineering studiesengineeringand constructionservicesforproject civil works
Perform preliminary site visitswith project teamstoidentifysite development and construction risks andassessprojectconstraints
Coordinatewithand supportproject stakeholderson Civilengineering itemsduringdevelopmentthroughexecution phasesofprojects
Reviewcommentand supportoninternaldesign deliverablesduring development through executionproject phases
Perform Job Safety Assessments and Safety Walksoccasionallytoidentifyjob-site hazards
Supportthe Civil Engineering team withconstructioncontractorsand projectteamengineersto manage project timelinesas necessary
Support and perform detailed civil designreviewsdiligence reviews for Merger and Acquisition projects
Complete ALTA Survey review for projects in developmentfor completion and deficient information
Engineering Support
Assistin the creation ofspecifications and design standards for civil works construction stormwater and postdevelopmentstormwater managementin accordance withapplicable codesand best practices
Provide site gradingandlayoutrecommendations based onexisting conditionsproposed designelementsand equipment standards for project sites
Recommendstormwater and detention design optimization to maximize site reliability and reducecosts
Confirm civil engineering reports and studies are complete and incorporated in the projectIFP and IFCdocuments
Collaborate with Asset Management team to troubleshoot existing projects or develop repair and remediation plans
Develop design solutions for repairs and modifications to systems and close the gap between various AES subcontractors and vendors where needed
Familiaritywith regionalAHJ entitlementrequirements and standardprocesses
Growth and Leadership
Improveand develop processes for theexecution ofsafequalityand high-performanceprojects
Mentor and educate team on changing trends in technology bestpracticesand safety
Participate in AESCEs growth planning process by contributing to process improvement task forces and other strategic planning activities
Skills and Qualifications
Primary Qualifications
Undergraduate degree inCivilEngineeringor equivalent technical field
Minimum of4yearsprofessional experience incivil engineeringdesignlanddevelopmentconstructionandstormwateranalysiswith a strong technical background
Experiencein real-worldcivil geotechnicaland stormwater managementdesignincludingearthworkanalysisdrainagestormwater flowanalysisand road design
Field experienceon large civil projects including troubleshootingquality evaluation and construction support
Experience withCivil Engineeringstandardsand codesin the US
Experience with Civil 3D or other advanced modeling tools
Plus Qualifications
PE qualifications or on track to become qualified
Masters degree in civil engineering
2-5years of experience withSolarPVBattery Energy Storage Systemor Winddesign and interconnection
Geotechnical knowledge and experienceduringprojectdesign anddevelopment
Spanish language skills
OSHA 10-hr or comparable job-site safety certification
Required Experience:
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About Company
AES is a global energy company that creates greener, smarter and innovative energy solutions. Together, we can accelerate the future of energy.