A Civil Engineering Intern responsible for assisting in the design and development of site civil features for utility-scale solar energy facilities, including grading, stormwater management, and site layout, while collaborating with various teams to ensure compliance with permits and project requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in designing civil engineering features for large-scale solar arrays, including grading, access roads, and support structures
Collaborate with electrical engineering team to optimize array layouts considering site challenges
Format drawing plansets and maintain AutoCAD templates; incorporate review redlines
Review and interpret geotechnical and wetland delineation reports
Produce cut-fill plans and quantities using AutoCAD Civil 3D to meet slope and foundation requirements
Develop stormwater management and erosion control plans, including SWPPP
Research and ensure compliance with DOT, utility, stormwater, and erosion control requirements
Read and interpret project documentation to meet permit and site requirements
Requirements
Enrolled in a BS Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an ABET accredited university
Exposure to AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred
Exposure to HydroCAD preferred
Experience with HEC-RAS or Flo2D modeling experience preferred but not required
Experience with Google Earth or other mapping GIS tools, as well as the use of online and public resources such as federal state county databases
Technology savvy with advanced computer skills, including experience using some form of Computer Aided Drafting or GIS
Hands-on experience in construction or land development
Strong attention to detail with a high level of integrity and organizational capacity to manage time and prioritize
Self-motivated with proven ability to take ownership, initiative, and accountability
Ability to contribute to a team working environment
Keen analytic, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to travel and access sites of varying locations, with a willingness to do so frequently
Must have a roll up your sleeves and let’s get the job done right attitude
Demonstrated qualities of integrity, credibility, and professional responsibility
Benefits & Perks
Compensation: $25 per hour
Work schedule: Full-time during summer
Work environment perks: Opportunity to work in offices in Madison, WI or Seattle, WA
Additional benefits: Collaborative team environment, travel opportunities, exposure to engineering design and environmental planning, development of technical skills in AutoCAD Civil 3D, HydroCAD, HEC-RAS, Flo2D, GIS tools, and mapping resources
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