About Halker: Halker Consulting is a nationwide provider of multi-disciplined Engineering, Design, Project Management, Procurement and Field Services for Oil & Gas, and other Energy industry sectors.
The company specializes in Oil and Gas surface facilities, Power Infrastructure, Environmental Remediation and Design, Automation and Digital Solutions, and federal, state, and local regulatory compliance.
About The Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled Civil Engineer with experience in renewable energy projects (solar, wind, BESS) and high voltage infrastructure (substations and transmission lines). The ideal candidate will lead and support the civil design, engineering, and execution of utility-scale energy projects from feasibility through construction and commissioning. This role requires strong technical expertise in site development, foundations, drainage, and structural design for renewable generation facilities and high voltage electrical infrastructure.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Renewable Energy Projects (Solar, Wind, BESS)
- Lead civil engineering design for utility-scale solar PV, wind farms, and battery energy storage systems (BESS).
- Perform site feasibility studies, grading design, stormwater management, and erosion control plans.
- Design equipment foundations (inverters, transformers, BESS containers, wind turbine foundations).
- Develop access roads, crane pads, laydown areas, and site logistics plans.
- Coordinate geotechnical investigations and incorporate findings into structural designs.
- Support permitting documentation and environmental compliance requirements.
- Provide construction support, review RFIs, and perform site inspections.
High Voltage Infrastructure (Substations & Transmission Lines)
- Civil and structural design of high voltage substations (AIS/GIS).
- Design equipment foundations, control buildings, retaining walls, oil containment systems, and cable trenches.
- Develop grading plans and drainage systems for substations.
- Support transmission line projects including foundation design (drilled piers, spread footings, micropiles), access roads, and site restoration.
- Coordinate closely with electrical and structural engineers to ensure integrated design solutions.
- Ensure compliance with utility standards and applicable codes.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (required)
- 5+ years of relevant experience in renewable energy and/or high voltage infrastructure.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 12 months (preferred).
- Demonstrated experience in:
- Utility-scale solar PV projects
- Wind farm civil works
- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
- High voltage substations (69kV - 500kV)
- Transmission line civil design
- Technical skills t