Site Civil Engineer
Job Location:
The Woodlands, TX - USA
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Job Summary
Dashiell an operating unit of Quanta Services (trading as PWR) is a leading national provider of technical and construction services supporting critical electric infrastructure. We serve electric utilities power generation industrial renewable and energy markets with integrated capabilities spanning planning and system studies engineering and design maintenance and testing program management construction and turnkey EPC delivery.
With more than 60 years of experience executing large complex projects Dashiell specializes in medium- and high-voltage electrical infrastructure and delivers safe reliable solutions across the full project lifecycle. Backed by the scale resources and safety culture of Quanta Services Dashiell partners with clients to build andmaintainthe infrastructure that powers communities and economies. Learn more at .
Primary Function:
The Design Engineeris responsible for contributing to the civil and site design of substation projects within Dashiells Land Development Group. Working under supervision this role prepares design documents performs engineering calculations and develops technical skills in substation site development. The position will be based in our The Woodlands TX office located at 1575 Sawdust Rd Suite 300 The Woodlands TX 77380and will report to DashiellsSupervising Engineer.Successful candidates may be placed in a Design Engineer I II or III title depending on skill and experience level. Candidates with more experience may be placed in higher positions.
Duties & Responsibilities
Employee may be called upon to perform any or all of the following functions:
- Prepare substation site layout plans grading plans erosion and sediment control plans and drainage designs under engineer supervision.
- Perform engineering calculations for stormwater management earthwork and site utilities.
- Develop construction drawings and specifications using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Coordinate with geotechnical engineers and surveyors to incorporate field data into site designs.
- Assist in preparation and review of permit applications including land disturbance stormwater and access permits.
- Conduct site visits to assess existing conditions and support construction observation.
- Support project managers with design progress updates and deliverable tracking.
- Perform special projects and complete other duties as assigned or requested.
How You Will Make an Impact
- Deliver quality site design drawings that enable efficient substation construction and reduce field conflicts.
- Support on-time permitting by preparing thorough and accurate regulatory submittals.
- Strengthen the Land Development Groups technical capacity through growing design proficiency.
Minimum Qualifications / Experience
- Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Environmental Engineering or related engineering discipline required.
- Minimum 1 year of civil site design or related engineering experience.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred.
- Working knowledge of civil site design including grading drainage and stormwater management.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar civil design software.
- Understanding of applicable codes including local grading ordinances NPDES/stormwater regulations and land use requirements.
- Ability to perform engineering calculations and prepare technical reports.
- Strong attention to detail in preparation of engineering drawings and specifications.
- Effective communication skills both written and verbal.
- Familiarity with substation or heavy civil site construction is a plus.
- Valid drivers license required.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit for extended periods during office-based work.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during field visits.
- Ability to walk on uneven terrain gravel and graded surfaces.
- Ability to navigate active construction environments including stairs ramps and temporary walkways.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including hard hat safety glasses steel-toe boots FR clothing and hearing protection.
- Ability to travel to project sites as required.
Environmental Conditions
- Combination of climate-controlled office work and outdoor construction environments.
- Exposure to varying weather conditions including heat cold wind and rain.
- Exposure to noise dust and industrial conditions during site visits.
Driving & Safety-Sensitive Positions
This position requires a valid drivers license and compliance with Dashiells motor vehicle policies. Incumbents must maintain an acceptable driving record throughout employment.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions as defined by Company policy.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race religion color sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation age national origin disability veteran status or any other protected status under applicable law.
Dashiell offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Benefits include company-paid life insurance accidental death and dismemberment insurance long-term disability insurance and an employeeassistanceprogram. Additional benefit offerings include medical coverage through a traditional PPO or one of two high-deductible health plans (with FSA or HSA options) dental and vision coverage supplemental life insurance short-term disability critical illness insurance group accident insurance hospital indemnity insurance and a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting among others.
Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without current or future visa sponsorship. Third-party recruiters and agencies please do not contact usregardingthis position.
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