About this opportunity
CoVolt lists this Sr Civil SWPPP Engineer opportunity in chattanooga, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
CoVolt Power’s Senior Civil SWPPP Engineer, will serve as the subject matter expert and primary technical lead for CoVolt Power’s SWPPP compliance, erosion control, and drainage performance across our utility-scale solar and BESS portfolio. Additionally, this role is highly execution-focused and will own all SWPPP-related warranty and O&M erosion issues, working across Engineering, Operations, EORs, and Owners to assess, develop, and implement corrective solutions on active and completed project sites.
The ideal candidate brings deep renewable EPC experience, strong field judgment, and the ability to proactively identify and mitigate erosion and stormwater risks while driving practical, constructable solutions.
Reports to: Director of Engineering
Location/Travel: Remote or Chattanooga, TN; frequent travel (25–50%) to project sites across North America
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Oversee all civil SWPPP engineering efforts to ensure warranty claims are resolved on time, comply with client and regulatory requirements, meet quality standards, and align with budget and constructability expectations
Serve as CoVolt’s lead authority on SWPPP compliance and performance and own all SWPPP warranty and O&M erosion-related issues across operational projects
Evaluate post-construction erosion, sediment control failures, and drainage deficiencies and develop corrective action plans that are constructable, cost-effective, and compliant
Conduct site investigations and forensic evaluations of erosion and drainage issues to identify root causes (grading, hydrology, soil conditions, installation, maintenance, etc.)
Provide clear field direction to Operations teams for execution
Collaborate with EORs to align on design intent vs. field performance gaps
Review civil design packages to ensure SWPPP constructability and long-term performance
Develop and standardize SWPPP best practices, details, and specifications
Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to ensure seamless integration
Attributes and Competencies:
Technical expertise in Civil SWPPP Engineering, including the preparation and assembling of plans, studies, calculations and specifications.
Able to diagnose and solve real-world site issues quickly and takes full responsibility for SWPPP performance across the portfolio
Balances compliance, cost, and constructability and provides clear, actionable direction to field teams
Highly organized, with ability to prioritize and track multiple, concurrent, high impact activities
Driven by desire to continuously improve processes, tools and technology
Operate with positivity and enthusiasm, especially in high-stress situations
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Creative problem solver with the ability to balance tactical and strategic decisions
Required Skills and Experience:
Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
8–12+ years of experience in civil engineering with strong emphasis on:
SWPPP Design, implementation, and compliance
Erosion and sediment control
Stormwater management
Direct experience supporting SWPPP warranty or post-construction O&M issues
Familiarity with multi-state SWPPP regulatory environments
3+ years supporting utility-scale solar or renewable EPC projects
Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred or required depending on candidate)
Demonstrated experience resolving field-based erosion and drainage issues
Strong working knowledge of:
State and local SWPPP regulations
Hydrology and drainage design principles
Soil stabilization methods and erosion control systems
SWPPP inspection and compliance processes
Knowledge of AISC, ASCE, ANSI, ASTM and other applicable codes and standards
Proficiency in applicable engineering software including AutoCAD Civil 3D, and relevant SWPPP documentation and inspection platforms preferred
CoVolt Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify.
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Worksite address
chattanooga, TN, 37450, US
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