Senior Civil/structural Engineer

Senior Civil/Structural Engineer

Primoris Renewable Energy is seeking a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer to join our growing team supporting utility-scale solar and renewable energy projects across the United States. This position plays a pivotal role in leading civil and structural design for proposals, supporting construction operations, and interfacing with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality, code-compliant designs.

You'll work closely with Estimating, Procurement, Engineering, and Operations teams to ensure our designs are optimized for cost, performance, and constructability—contributing to our industry-leading position in utility-scale solar EPC.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead proposal-level and preliminary civil/structural designs (10–30% level) focusing on:
• Foundation (pile) design
• Site grading and drainage
• Access roads and erosion control
• Review and interpret technical reports (geotechnical, topographic, environmental, hydrological, etc.) to inform design decisions.
• Serve as technical liaison between engineering, estimating, procurement, and field operations.
• Collaborate with clients to understand project-specific engineering needs and translate them into practical design solutions.
• Interface with the Engineer of Record (EOR) to review and provide feedback on design packages at various project milestones (30%, 60%, 90%, IFC).
• Evaluate material options and design alternatives for constructability, cost-effectiveness, and compliance.
• Provide engineering support during construction to resolve field issues and design RFIs.
• Ensure designs meet applicable codes, standards, and project specifications.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

B.S. Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering (or equivalent) from an ABET accredited college. Professional Engineering License (or geotechnical equivalent) preferred 6+ years of Engineering and/or construction experience preferred Preference given for experience in Construction, Solar, BESS, Renewable Energy, or Power Generation. In depth knowledge of federal, state, and local structural regulations. Valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle driving record (MVR). Role includes supporting multiple projects site locations with travel up to 15% of the time. Proven experience with L-Pile design software preferred

PREFERRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Interpersonal skills – Ability to present information to a small group of employees or sub-contractors. Effective communication skills (oral, written, listening, presentation) to effectively work with subcontractors and employees Computer literacy. This does not include knowledge of all software to be used, but the ability to learn to use efficiently the software which is in use. Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio). Organization skills. Scheduling, planning and prioritization. Advanced construction drawing knowledge. Knowledge of drawing layouts, references, notes, and good practices associated with producing and reading construction drawings. Ability to follow safety rules without cutting corners. To understand the intent of safety rules, not blindly adhering to the literal words of the rule.

Company Overview:

Primoris Services Corporation is a premier specialty contractor providing critical infrastructure services to the utility, energy, and renewables markets throughout the United States and Canada. Built on a foundation of trust, we deliver a range of engineering, construction, and maintenance services that power, connect, and enhance society. On projects spanning utility-scale solar, renewables, power delivery, communications, and transportation infrastructure, we offer unmatched value to our clients, a safe and entrepreneurial culture to our employees, and innovation and excellence to our communities. To learn more, visit www.prim.com.

Benefits:

401k w/employer match Health/Dental/Vision insurance plans Paid time off 10 paid holidays Stock purchase plan Salary: $150,000- $175,000 annually, dependent on experience, qualifications, and competencies.

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.