At least 5 years
š Civil Engineer
100% Remote Opportunity | Work from Home
ā” Shape the Future of Clean Energy
Weāre looking for a Civil Engineer who is passionate about renewable energy and ready to play a key role in designing distributed solar and battery storage projects (2ā20 MW) across the U.S.
In this fully remote role, youāll be hands-on from early feasibility through construction support, helping bring impactful, carbon-reducing energy projects to life. If youāre excited by innovation, collaboration, and seeing your designs turn into real-world infrastructureāthis is your opportunity.
š What Youāll Do
- Lead civil engineering design and scope development for distributed solar + storage projects
- Evaluate site feasibility including grading, drainage, stormwater, hydrology, geotechnical conditions, and site access
- Develop and refine site layouts and grading plans to maximize constructability, performance, and cost-efficiency
- Design drainage and stormwater management systems aligned with regulatory requirements and long-term site performance
- Plan and design access roads and utility routing for safe, efficient project execution
- Support foundation design for PV arrays and battery energy storage systems (BESS)
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, development, construction, and external partners
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously (typically 4ā6 at a time) while maintaining high-quality deliverables
- Contribute to design reviews, best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Communicate regularly with internal teams to keep projects aligned and moving forward
ā Qualifications (Must-Haves)
- Bachelorās degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)
- 5+ years of civil engineering experience in land development, solar, or transmission/distribution
- Strong proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Experience with:
- Site layout & grading design
- Drainage and stormwater systems
- Road/access design
- Ability to evaluate site feasibility across civil disciplines (grading, drainage, hydrology, geotechnical, access)
- Strong multitasking ability across multiple active projects
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a remote environment
- Must reside in one of the following states:
- Illinois
- Virginia
- Minnesota
- Pennsylvania
- EIT or equivalent foundational engineering experience
ā Preferred Experience
- Civil design experience in renewable energy (solar, wind, or storage)
- Background in transmission or distribution projects
- Familiarity with land development processes for large-scale or distributed energy projects
- Experience working across the full project lifecycle
- Interest in growing within renewable energy and expanding technical expertise
š± Why This Role Stands Out
- 100% remote flexibility ā work from anywhere within approved states
- High-impact work supporting the transition to clean energy
- Exposure to the full project lifecycleānot just one phase
- Join a tight-knit, collaborative team where your work is highly visible
- Strong focus on mentorship, training, and career growth in renewable energy
- Opportunity to grow into more senior or specialized roles over time
š¤ Work Environment
Youāll be part of a small, highly collaborative civil/structural team where communication, support, and knowledge sharing are key. This is an environment where youāll:
- Work closely with experienced engineers and designers
- Receive hands-on mentorship to deepen your expertise in solar land development
- Have a direct impact on project outcomes and team success
The organization is deeply committed to sustainability, innovation, and professional growth, investing heavily in your long-term development.
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Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Chicago, IL.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $40.87 - $55.29/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
ā¢ Medical, dental & vision
ā¢ Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
ā¢ 401(k) Retirement Plan ā Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
ā¢ Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
ā¢ Short and long-term disability
ā¢ Health Spending Account (HSA)
ā¢ Transportation benefits
ā¢ Employee Assistance Program
ā¢ Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully remote position.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jun 29, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of StaffingĀ® winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Posting ID: JP-006102550
