Civil Engineer

AES US


Job Location:

Louisville, KY - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 94000 - 112625
Posted on: 9 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people customers suppliers contractors and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex sexual orientation gender gender identity and/or expression race national origin ethnicity age religion marital status physical or mental disability pregnancy childbirth or related medical condition military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employees I-9 to confirm work authorization.

The expected salary for this position at commencement of employment is between $94000 and $112625/year; however base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location job-related knowledge skills and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes annual bonus. The benefits offered for this position are: medical dental and vision coverage life insurance 401(k) eligibility and paid time off (including vacation sick leave time and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired employee will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.

Apply by clicking the application link below and submitting your information. The deadline to apply for this role is 07/29/2026

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