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Site Design Engineering Intern

Westwood Professional Services, Inc

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Compensation
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Location
MIDDLETON, WI
Role Type
Internship
Schedule
Internship
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver's License

Job overview

The Site Design Engineering Intern will support civil engineering work on utility-scale wind, solar, and battery energy storage projects, from preliminary site layouts to construction documents. The intern will assist senior engineers with grading, drainage, erosion control, and access road design while applying engineering coursework and learning industry standards and design software.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationProfessional Client InteractionMicrosoft Office SuiteWordExcelPowerPointCivil Site DesignLand DevelopmentAutoCAD Civil 3DHydroCAD

Qualifications

ABET-Accredited Undergraduate Engineering ProgramValid Driver's LicenseReliable TransportationCivil Engineering Coursework Projects or Prior Internships

Full job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Apply Job Type Internship Description Westwood Professional Services The Site Design Intern will join a civil engineering team supporting the site layout, grading, drainage, and access road design of utility-scale wind, solar, and battery energy storage projects. Projects range from preliminary site layout studies to full construction document packages for renewable energy developers, IPPs, and utility clients. This position offers a direct opportunity to apply civil engineering coursework to real-world renewable energy infrastructure projects. As a Site Design Intern, the selected candidate will learn to apply industry standards, including AASHTO, local grading and stormwater codes, and NRCS guidance, in the civil design process and will assist Senior Engineers in the preparation of grading plans, drainage designs, erosion control plans, and construction documents. Requirements Duties and Responsibilities: Work with engineers to obtain training and build foundational proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and other design software used by Site Design Engineers. Assist in the preparation of grading, drainage, erosion and sediment control, and access road plans for solar, wind, and BESS sites. Support earthwork and stormwater calculations, including cut/fill balancing and pond sizing, under the guidance of Senior Engineers. Help prepare construction documents, including plan and profile sheets, details, and quantity takeoffs. Actively coordinate with internal and external team members across renewable energy projects to ensure effective communication and project progress. Travel to project sites as necessary to gather field data and interface directly with clients and contractors. Required Qualifications: Currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited undergraduate engineering program, preferably in Civil Engineering. Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, management, and design team members. Willingness to learn in a flexible, cross-disciplinary work environment. Willingness to attend site visits and perform work in outdoor field conditions on occasion. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Preferred Qualifications: The following qualifications are preferred but not required for consideration: Relevant industry experience through engineering coursework projects or prior internships in civil site design or land development. Experience with technical design software including AutoCAD Civil 3D, HydroCAD, or other relevant engineering tools. About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood) At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy... For full info follow application link. Equal Opportunity Employer minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/A343611FB9C44EA9

How this job compares

Set against the 1,239 open Civil Engineering jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$94–132K/yr339 salary ranges
  • US median$22–30/hr280 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 52 open Civil Engineering jobs in Wisconsin and 1,239 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Wisconsin
Experience
Civil Engineering postings that state a minimum ask for 6 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 10 years (584 postings).
Education
607 of the 1,239 open Civil Engineering jobs (49%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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