Civil/Structural Design Engineer I

MYR Group

Santa Fe Springs, CA

Full Time

Posted October 2, 2026

$85k - $115k

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Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 5, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Transmission & Distribution
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Job Description

WHAT WE OFFER

Key Responsibilities

Technical responsibility for organizing, reviewing, interpreting, researching, executing, coordination, and commenting on project pursuit and design packages by working closely with other engineering and design team members to coordinate overall design packages.
Is responsible for all aspects of the design including grading, structure design verification, plan & profile drawings, foundation design, material & construction specifications, and all associated calculations.
The analysis of solar & BESS energy projects involves working across a range of responsibilities, including:
Civil/Structural plant design understanding of power and distribution systems (Low, Medium and High Voltage) in order to provide reviews & comments.
Analysis of applicable studies, including topography surveys, geotechnical reports, Alta Surveys, environmental impact surveys, corrosion analysis, hydrology reports, etc.
Design development & optimization, field construction and installation means & methods
Developing/contributing detailed design concepts for solar PV and BESS system design
Provide long term detailed design, optimization, and constructability support
Develop, update and use civil/structural engineering calculation tools to size equipment and material based on project requirements.
Independent engineering report writing and evaluation
Calculation reviews of pressures, loads, & stresses
Reviews of commercial agreements including Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), Interconnection Agreements, Service Contracts, Facility Studies
This includes, but is not limited to the following:
Work alongside the Business Development, Estimating, and Engineering teams to create preliminary site layouts and landscape plans for project proposals.
Provides engineering support for proposals, estimating, procurement and construction.
Provides technical support to personnel/cross functional teams supporting the assigned project by performing advanced level engineering tasks, calculations, data analysis, and studies as needed to develop preliminary detailed scopes of work on large and small projects.
Assess the equipment technology and expected use case of the proposed projects to optimize the system design with the optimal technology, material, augmentation, and asset mix
Assist with design and optimization of BESS and solar PV systems to meet project requirements, minimize cost and propose value.
Convey results and findings by means of discussions, graphic-based presentations, and project documentation.
Demonstrate familiarity with the mounting and installation of various typical pieces of equipment used in the proper design and installation of renewable energy projects.
Assistance with planning and/or obtaining permits and regulatory approvals.
Review and approve material specifications and equipment vendor drawings on major equipment from manufacturers.
Conducts project detailed design and QA/QC reviews for completeness and accuracy of internal and external design documents that align with our customer requirements, CSI’s standards, and industry best practices.
Perform site visits as needed to verify that construction is in agreement with engineering design drawings, including preparatory meetings, and QA/QC.
Prioritize, multitask, and follow through on assigned tasks and projects with minimal supervision.
Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks are consistent with engineering best practices and policies.
Works independently with direction from Director of EPC Engineering.
Coordinate with other engineering disciplines, Project Managers, Directors and Operations personnel to successfully deliver design projects.
Create and update database of design records and equipment for future reference.
Attend mandatory training sessions on new products, installation methodology, and safety.
Initiates and maintains contacts with key engineers in other companies, suppliers and industry associations to maintain their technical expertise.
ABOUT YOU

Requirements

Preferred graduate of four-year college or university with Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering or related Engineering program. Strongly preferred the degree is from a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum.
Possess a minimum of 5 to 10 years of related work experience (Can be a combination of trade & relevant work experience).
Competency with civil/structural system sizing at all levels, experience with Utility and/or Commercial scale renewable EPC projects, independent engineering and nuances of design, and analysis of operational project data and performance.
Experience in utility-scale solar/PV projects, highly preferred.
Preferred graduate of four-year college or university with Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering or related Engineering program. Strongly preferred the degree is from a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum.
Possess a minimum of 5 to 10 years of related work experience (Can be a combination of trade & relevant work experience).
Competency with civil/structural system sizing at all levels, experience with Utility and/or Commercial scale renewable EPC projects, independent engineering and nuances of design, and analysis of operational project data and performance.
Experience in utility-scale solar/PV projects, highly preferred.

Benefits & Perks

Amazing Company Culture - We have a culture of trust, teamwork, performance, and commitment that drives our success.
Competitive Salaries - We pride ourselves on offering above-average industry salaries based on talent and experience.
Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 9 paid Holidays.
Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%. Immediate vesting and Annual profit-sharing potential.
Company-paid life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
Various voluntary plans are available, including short- and long-term disability, supplemental vision, accident, hospital and critical illness, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents.
Company medical and dental insurance for you and your family. CSI pays 100% for Employee and 75% of dependent coverage premium for the selected plan(s)
This position will remain posted for a minimum of three days. The posting will remain active and automatically extend until the vacancy is filled.
MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.
Amazing Company Culture - We have a culture of trust, teamwork, performance, and commitment that drives our success.
Competitive Salaries - We pride ourselves on offering above-average industry salaries based on talent and experience.
Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 9 paid Holidays.
Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%. Immediate vesting and Annual profit-sharing potential.
Company-paid life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
Various voluntary plans are available, including short- and long-term disability, supplemental vision, accident, hospital and critical illness, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents.
Company medical and dental insurance for you and your family. CSI pays 100% for Employee and 75% of dependent coverage premium for the selected plan(s)
This position will remain posted for a minimum of three days. The posting will remain active and automatically extend until the vacancy is filled.
MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.