Civil engineer Jobs in Nashville, TN

LaBella Associates was established in 1978 and has been voted a Top Workplace for the last five years. We are headquartered in Rochester, NY with offices across New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, North and South Carolina, and Madrid, Spain. LaBella is a multi-disciplined architectural and engineering firm dedicated to client satisfaction through teamwork, respect, and trust. We provide services that take a project from start to finish—from an initial study to determine a project’s feasibility to construction administration and start up, and everything in between.

We are currently seeking a Civil Engineer in our Civil division at our Nashville or Chattanooga TN location with 2-5 years’ experience. Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid or remote options, may be available for candidates with the right level of experience and demonstrated ability.

LaBella’s Renewable Energy Group provides comprehensive civil engineering and permitting services for utility-scale and distributed energy projects, including solar, battery energy storage, and other renewable energy developments. Our team supports projects from early-stage feasibility and permitting through detailed design, construction administration, and coordination with local agencies and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

The Civil Engineer will contribute to all phases of Civil Engineering projects including the development of design concepts, performing detailed calculations, collaborating with other engineers and technical staff during detail design, producing effective and high quality drawings and specifications, managing bid phases, and supporting projects through construction and final closeout.

Contributing to all phases of Civil Engineering projects including the development of design concepts, performing detailed calculations, collaborating with other engineers and technical staff during detail design, producing effective and high quality drawings and specifications, managing bid phases, and supporting projects through construction and final closeout.

Requirements

• The ability to communicate effectively using oral, graphic, and written forms is critical for success in this position.
• Minimum requirements include a BS in Civil Engineering with 2 to 5 years of design experience.
• FE certification is not a requirement, but is also preferred.
• Design experience in Nashville preferred
• Experience with renewable energy projects such as solar, battery energy storage systems (BESS), or utility infrastructure is preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D and/or Microstation/InRoads and the ability to use either in designing utilities and grading is mandatory.
• Additionally, proficiency with HydroCAD, AutoTURN is necessary to satisfactorily complete the assignments of this position.
• Experience preparing construction drawings, technical reports, and permit application packages.
• Understanding of hydrology and stormwater design principles.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and coordinate with internal multidisciplinary teams and external clients.
• Willingness to perform occasional field visits and attend project meetings.
• Ideal candidates will have specific experience designing storm water management systems including compliance with local county/municipal guidelines; stormwater management calculations/reports grading schemes; erosion and sediment control measures; and roadways.
• Ideal candidates will be self-motivated, and possess a strong desire to satisfy clients.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.