Acciona

Acciona

Civil Engineer

Illinois · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$85k-$105kDetected 10 hours ago
Business DevelopmentForecastingProcurementCorporate LawAutoCADFEAGISCommunicationProblem SolvingMicrosoft OfficeGeotechnical EngineeringRenewable Energy

About the role

  • ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world.
  • ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.
  • We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.

Responsibilities

  • Support the design, engineering, and construction of renewable energy facilities by reviewing civil and structural engineering deliverables, drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical reports.
  • 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.
  • Coordinate with engineering consultants and contractors to resolve technical issues, manage RFIs, and ensure compliance with project requirements.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering required.
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in civil engineering
  • experience with utility-scale wind, solar, or Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects is highly desirable.
  • Working knowledge of applicable engineering standards and codes, including ASCE, AASHTO, ASTM, ACI, AISC, and AWS.
  • Ability to travel up to 30% domestically and internationally.
  • 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.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and technical documentation skills.
  • Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and environmental compliance.
  • Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

Nice to have

  • EIT certification preferred
  • ability to obtain Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure within one year is preferred.
  • 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.
  • Spanish language proficiency is a plus.

Compensation

  • $85,000 - $105,000 (based on experience, education, and skillset).
  • 10% Annual Performance Bonus (based on individual performance and company metrics).

Benefits

  • medical, dental, and vision insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), HSA company contributions, and FSA options.
  • 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.
  • Benefits after 90 days: 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting, life insurance, disability coverage, paid parental leave, and other optional plans.

Company info

  • 55 E Monroe Street
  • 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.

Equal opportunity

  • equal opportunity basis.
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