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RWE Clean Energy, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Engineering

Remuneration: Exempt

The Senior Engineer I, Civil Engineering, is responsible for providing support to utility-scale Solar, Onshore Wind, and Battery Storage Projects in North America. They act as Civil Subject Matter Experts for Projects during the Development and Construction phases.

Role Responsibilities:

• Perform due diligence on early to mid-stage development projects (including potential project acquisitions) in order to identify fatal flaws and key design risks

• Manage the studies needed to de-risk projects and allow detailed engineering designs to progress. This includes topographic and ALTA surveys, hydrology studies, and geotechnical surveys

• Review all aspects of the civil design for projects to ensure that all site constraints are factored in and applicable standards and best practices are followed

• Provide civil quantity estimates for Pre-Construction to price and include them in financial models

• Provide input into the civil scope of work for balance of plant agreements

• Evaluate opportunities for optimization to reduce LCOE

• Support Construction by responding to RFIs and ensuring timely and cost-effective resolution to roadway, drainage, geotechnical, and structural engineering issues

• Assist with civil, geotechnical, and structural documentation of construction activities. Respond to technical questions from potential investors and independent engineers

• Create internal standards and manage process improvement intitaives

• Travel for work up to 20%. Includes periodic site visits to microsite layouts, attends monthly construction meetings, and monitor construction progress

Job Requirements and Experiences:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited school (or substantially equivalent). A Master’s Degree is a plus

• Minimum 8 years of civil engineering experience with at least 2 years of utility-scale renewable energy experience. Solar experience is a plus

• Professional Engineer’s license in one or more states is a plus

• Experience reviewing civil design packages

• Experience with grading design and earthwork analysis

• Knowledge of stormwater management regulations and best practices

• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or GIS software is a plus

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Enjoys working in multidisciplinary project teams in a dynamic environment

• Must have a valid driver’s license

• This position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWECE offices and field locations

• Must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time

Pay range: The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $105,000 - $157,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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Any questions? Contact HR: rwece_recruiting@rwe.com

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. No matter who you are, we welcome your application irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

RWE Clean Energy is one of the biggest names in the US renewables industry – and No.2 in solar. With a 1,500-strong team, the business has over 15 years’ experience of developing, constructing and operating renewable energy facilities, and ambitious plans for the future.

As part of the RWE Group’s Growing Green strategy to expand globally its green portfolio to more than 65 GW of installed capacity and to invest globally more than EUR 55 billion gross by 2030, RWE Clean Energy is determined to significantly increase its operating asset base in the U.S. This is backed by a project pipeline of more than 24 GW in onshore wind, solar and battery storage which provides for one of the largest development platforms in the United States.

Every project brings constantly-evolving technical, practical and social challenges – and drives a culture where everybody thrives, has fun and feels excited by each day. Our financial stability also means you’ll have the freedom to act with conviction and courage as we pivot to new technologies – and continuously improve, together.