Civil Staff Engineering Technician - Solar

JOB-10047187

Anticipated Start Date

August 10, 2026

Location

Overland Park, KS

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client is an employee-owned engineering, procurement, consulting, and construction company with a 100-year legacy of creating a better world for humanity today, and for generations to come.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Civil Staff Engineering Technician - Solar to support engineering and design teams in developing high-quality technical deliverables for complex solar infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for preparing and modifying site plans, grading designs, and utility layouts using industry-standard design software while applying civil engineering principles to deliver accurate and efficient project solutions.

Job Description

• Support engineering and design teams by developing and modifying technical deliverables under general direction
• Prepare and modify site plans, grading designs, and utility layouts using Autodesk Civil 3D, PVcase, and PV Farm
• Apply civil engineering principles and established design practices to develop moderately complex design concepts and deliverables
• Utilize CAD, BIM, and 3D modeling tools to create, modify, and maintain technical documentation and drawings
• Review project requirements and determine the appropriate format and content for engineering deliverables
• Ensure deliverables comply with applicable codes, standards, document control requirements, and company policies
• Perform design calculations, material quantity takeoffs, estimates, and documentation.
• Coordinate with other design disciplines to support project development and information exchange
• Provide technical guidance and review the work of other engineering professionals and technicians as needed
• Assist with work assignments, schedule maintenance, and project coordination.
• Support field activities and plant start-up activities when required
• Promote continuous improvement by applying quality standards and sharing knowledge of emerging technologies and processes

Skills Required

• Minimum of 5 years of related civil engineering technician experience
• 5 years of related work experience
• Experience with Civil 3D grading
• Proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D
• Experience using CAD, BIM, and 3D modeling software
• Knowledge of civil engineering design principles, drafting standards, and applicable codes
• Ability to perform design calculations, material quantity takeoffs, and estimates
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Solar project experience preferred
• Experience with PVcase and PV Farm software preferred

Education/Training/Certifications

• Diploma or Certificate required.
• Associate degree in Drafting, Engineering Design Technology, or a related field preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements, which may include a criminal/civil background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.