About Halker:

Halker Consulting is a nationwide provider of multi-disciplined Engineering, Design, Project Management, Procurement and Field Services for Oil & Gas, and other Energy industry sectors.

The company specializes in Oil and Gas surface facilities, Power infrastructure, Environmental remediation and design, Automation and Digital Solutions, and federal, state, and local regulatory compliance.

About The Role:

We are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer with experience in substation site development and renewable energy projects. The ideal candidate will support civil design efforts for high-voltage substations, renewable generation and storage assets, and other large scale civil development projects. This role requires collaboration with multi-discipline engineers, project managers, developers, permitting specialists, and contractors to deliver resilient, cost-effective substation solutions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead or support site civil design for greenfield and brownfield projects (grading, drainage, stormwater, access roads, fencing, and foundations)
• Develop and review construction drawings and specifications (AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred)
• Coordinate with geotechnical engineers to incorporate soil and foundation data
• Design and detail foundations for heavy substation equipment (transformers, reactors, GIS buildings)
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to support stormwater management designs
• Prepare permit packages for local, state, and federal agencies (SWPPP, erosion control, land use permits)
• Support project teams during pre-construction, construction, and commissioning phases
• Ensure designs comply with relevant codes (NESC, ACI, ASCE, NFPA) and client-specific standards
• Participate in site visits for feasibility studies, constructability reviews, and as-built surveys
• Interface with renewable developers, utilities, and EPC contractors to align project scopes and schedules

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (required)
• 5+ years of experience in civil/site design for substations, renewable energy projects preferred
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and/or MicroStation (required)
• Familiarity with structural analysis software (STAAD Pro, RISA) is a plus
• Knowledge of hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software (HEC-RAS, HydroCAD) is a plus
• Strong understanding of renewable energy project development processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation (i.e. Base Salary) is negotiable and shall be offered commensurate with experience.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and other Health Benefits
• 401K Program with Company Match

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