New Leaf Energy is an experienced clean energy developer that partners with landowners, policymakers, and other stakeholders to accelerate the transition to a world powered by renewable energy. We identify high-value sites, work with landowners and local communities to develop them, and partner with long-term asset owners to bring the most impactful clean energy projects to life.
New Leaf Energy is seeking a Civil Engineer II to join our growing team. The Civil Engineer II will work with a team of engineers, project developers, project managers, and engineering consultants to assist in reviewing, designing, and permitting community and utility-scale solar PV, wind, or energy storage projects. Primary duties include site due diligence, researching bylaws, site civil and stormwater design, creation of plan sets, permit applications, and due diligence associated with the entitlement of energy systems. There will be opportunities to gain experience in meeting with the local towns, as well as presenting to planning/zoning boards, state, and federal agencies.
This position may be filled out of our Lowell, MA, Boston, MA, or Chicago, IL offices. We value in-person collaboration and offer a hybrid work environment. Hybrid employees work in the office at least two out of every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, and are free to work from the office or from home on other days.
Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Conduct site due diligence (including through site visits and the completion of a Site Walk Checklist), research permitting paths, and draft civil consultation memos;
- Prepare site plans (Site Plan Review, Special Permit/Variance/Notices of Intent) for submission to authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs);
- Analyze and prepare Stormwater Management Reports in support of projects using HYDROCAD;
- Prepare SWPPP documentation (plans and narrative) and submit eNOI’s;
- Assist in the development of standard details, notes, and specifications and reviewing design drawings;
- Coordinate the proposal and work of our survey partners;
- Coordinate consultant works such as wetlands delineation, cultural and historical specialists, arborists, etc;
- As needed, accompany senior engineers to meetings with local planning/zoning boards and with state agencies and other entities;
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
While no one individual will possess them all, the successful candidate will bring many of the following experiences, skills, and attributes. If you’re unsure whether you meet enough of the qualifications below but believe that your experience and skill set is a good match for this position, we invite you to apply!
- BS or MS Civil Engineering from an accredited engineering program or equivalent;
- NCEES EIT designation preferred;
- 2-7 years of professional experience;
- Experience working with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and HYDROCAD or an equivalent tool;
- Familiarity or experience with surveys;
- Ability to work in ad-hoc teams and take direction. Comfort with ambiguity and a willingness to build, experiment, and iterate when the path forward is undefined;
- Ability to occasionally drive to evening-time meetings of project-approving authorities;
- Solid written and oral communication and analytical skills;
- Passionate about renewable sources of energy.
Compensation
New Leaf Energy compensates all employees in three ways: market-competitive base salary, plus above-market variable compensation, plus an equity-like program such that all employees experience the benefits of ownership. We use a data-driven and transparent methodology to calibrate compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable, guided by the New Leaf Energy compensation manual, which is available to all employees.
Under our compensation framework, the likely base salary range for this position in the Chicago location is $85,040 - $95,570. The on-target annual cash bonus associated with this position is an additional 10% percent of base salary. Your actual salary may be above, in, or below this range, depending on your location and experience.
We value transparency and can share more during the interview process.
Benefits and Culture
New Leaf Energy’s success is driven by our collaborative, long-term relationships based on trust and transparency. We offer a flexible work environment that places significant responsibility in independent teams and creates opportunities for innovation and personal growth. New Leaf Energy’s benefits are designed to appropriately recognize our employees’ contributions and enable a reasonable work/life balance. Our benefits include:
- Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision;
- A 401k plan with immediate vesting and a company match (100% of the first three percent of your pay; 50% for the next two percent you contribute);
- An open and self-managed paid time-off policy;
- A hybrid work location policy that supports working from home for part of the week;
- A parental leave policy for both birthing and non-birthing parents, available immediately upon hire;
- Professional development and education assistance.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
New Leaf Energy values the diverse perspectives, skills, experiences, and contributions of all employees. We want all our employees to feel like they belong and are empowered to be their most authentic selves at work. We’re actively committed to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive environment not only within our own organization but also within the clean energy industry.
We seek a diverse candidate pool in this–and every–search. New Leaf Energy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, New Leaf Energy complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. EEO M/F/D/V.
A Note to Third-Party Recruiters
New Leaf Energy’s People + Culture team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. New Leaf Energy does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. Resumes are only accepted from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies if a signed agreement is in place AND if external recruiting assistance is authorized by the People + Culture team for a specific position. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of New Leaf Energy. New Leaf Energy is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
