Site/Civil Engineer - Energy Group
Woolpert
Remote · Columbus, OH · $75k–$113k a year · Posted October 28, 2026
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About the job
At Woolpert, you’ll do work that matters.
As a leading global architecture, engineering, and geospatial firm, we help clients solve complex challenges that shape communities, strengthen critical infrastructure, advance technology, and improve the world around us. Here, you’ll collaborate across disciplines, tackle meaningful projects, and build a career defined by growth, opportunity, and impact.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Site/Civil Engineer to join our Energy team. This position will support the planning, design, and delivery of civil/site infrastructure for energy-related projects. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical experience in site development, grading, stormwater drainage, and civil design , along with a Professional Engineer (PE) license.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams to develop practical, constructible solutions while supporting projects from initial planning and conceptual design through final design and construction.
Responsibilities
Lead and support civil/site design for energy and infrastructure projects.
Develop site grading, drainage, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, and site development plans .
Prepare design calculations, technical specifications, reports, construction documents, and cost estimates.
Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses associated with site drainage and stormwater systems.
Support site layout, access roads, utility coordination, earthwork, and related civil infrastructure.
Coordinate civil design requirements with electrical, structural, mechanical, environmental, survey, and other project disciplines.
Review plans and calculations for technical accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable codes and standards.
Support permitting and coordination with municipalities, regulatory agencies, utilities, clients, and other stakeholders.
Provide engineering support during bidding and construction, including responding to RFIs and reviewing design-related submittals.
Manage technical assignments and coordinate with designers and junior engineering staff.
Participate in client meetings and contribute to project planning, scope development, schedules, and budgets.
Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Experience in civil/site engineering with a strong background in:
Site development
Grading and earthwork
Stormwater drainage and management
Erosion and sediment control
Site utilities and infrastructure
Experience developing civil construction documents, calculations, specifications, and technical reports.
Strong understanding of engineering principles and applicable local, state, and federal design requirements.
Ability to work effectively on multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred:
Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and other relevant civil engineering/design software.
Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and stormwater design tools.
Experience navigating permitting requirements for complex site development projects.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple disciplines and projects simultaneously
Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Pay Range $75,400 — $113,200 USD
Find out more about what Woolpert has to offer here: http://woolpert.com/about-us/
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