Lead Civil Engineer -- Energy & Industrial Group
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Tampa, FL, 33602
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 8 January 2026
Description
- This position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your civil engineering degree and skills, while working in a multi-disciplined team environment with other engineers and/or designers in the design, modification, and analysis of power plant, substations, transmission lines and similar heavy industrial systems.
- As a member of a multi-disciplined engineering and design team, you will work on a wide range of power plant projects and perform civil site development work including creating calculations, designs, and specifications.
- As a member of the Civil Engineering group, you will coordinate with project managers, client personnel, contractors and suppliers, and permitting agency personnel as necessary to ensure a complete and timely design.
- Depending on the scope of work and the complexity of the design, you may guide other civil engineers and civil designers in taking on and completing civil engineering project work.
- Your responsibilities may also include the following:
- Prepare calculations relating to storm water drainage, sanitary sewer systems, pavement thickness, ponds and landfills, and earthwork, to support design and permitting.
- Prepare technical specifications to define construction requirements.
- Prepare site layout, grading, and drainage designs, and work with designers to accurately portray designs in 3-D models and design drawings.
- Design storm drainage systems, roads, trackwork, water storage and wastewater disposal ponds, and solid waste landfills.
- Review contractor and material submittal drawings and other vendor documentation for conformity with technical specifications.
- There is the potential for you to travel to client offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.
This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.
Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
- A B.S. degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.
- PE license required. Preferably in Florida but other states are acceptable.
- Ten or more years of working in a project team environment in the design of heavy industrial projects, power plant experience preferred, with specific experience in site grading and mass earthwork, storm water management, sanitary sewage systems, process wastewater systems, and road and railroad track design.
- Experience in technical writing for reports, calculations, and specifications for civil engineering activities.
- Experience in preparing, submitting, and obtaining site related design and environmental permits from a wide variety of regulatory agencies.
- Proficiency with one or more of the following civil engineering design tools: AutoDesk Civil 3D, StormCad, PondPack, and AutoTurn,
- Proficiency with MS Office applications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work in a team environment is essential.
- This position in based in Tampa, FL and may require occasional travel.
Valued but not required skills and experience:
- Experience with coal combustion residuals management and disposal preferred.
Award-Winning Benefits
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance- Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-Up Daycare
- FSA & HSA
- 401(k)
- Pre-Tax Commuter Account
- Merit Scholarship Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program
- Tuition Assistance
- First Professional Licensure Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
Compensation Range
$116,620.00 - $179,890.00Transparency Statement
Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.About This Business Unit
The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) specializes in delivering advanced engineering solutions across various sectors, including power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects, from new plant design to plant betterment and upgrade services for operating facilities. We have designed nearly 900 conventional power plants, yielding over 100,000 megawatts (MW) of generation capacity. Our expertise includes numerous recent and ongoing combined cycle projects that leverage the latest advanced machinery, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators from all leading suppliers. EIG is recognized for its commitment to decarbonization through innovative technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. We excel in detailed engineering services for photovoltaic (PV) solar projects and energy storage integration, and lead the industry in carbon capture technologies, managing projects from conceptual studies, pilot demonstrations and through commercial scale implementation for utilities and industrial plants.
Awards & Recognition
Equal Opportunity
Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.
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Frequently asked questions
A Lead Civil Engineer in Tampa's energy and industrial group focuses heavily on power plant infrastructure, site grading, and stormwater management, unlike general civil roles. This position requires deep expertise in heavy industrial projects and collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams, reflecting Tampa’s growing energy industry demands.
Key skills include storm drainage system design, sanitary sewage layout, roadway and railroad track engineering, and proficiency with Autodesk Civil 3D and similar tools. Leadership in technical report writing and navigating environmental permits also sets apart successful candidates in this specialized field.
Experts in this niche can progress to senior project management roles, technical directors, or consultants focusing on decarbonization technologies and renewable energy integration. Mastery in regulatory compliance and multi-disciplinary coordination further enhances leadership trajectories in energy infrastructure.
Sargent & Lundy fosters growth through challenging project assignments in advanced power plant and industrial design, alongside opportunities to lead teams and engage with cutting-edge decarbonization technologies, ensuring engineers shape innovative infrastructure while broadening their technical and leadership skills.
At Sargent & Lundy, the role emphasizes integrating civil designs with multi-disciplinary engineering teams, handling complex permitting processes, and leading technical reviews for power and industrial projects. The company’s focus on renewable energy and carbon capture adds a forward-looking dimension uncommon in other firms.
Tampa’s growing energy sector increases demand for experienced civil engineers, but roles like Lead Civil Engineer are highly competitive due to specialized skill sets and PE license requirements. Candidates with power plant expertise and proficiency in local permitting hold a distinct advantage.
A PE license, preferably Florida-licensed but acceptable from other states, is essential. Additionally, familiarity with environmental permitting agencies in Florida and certifications related to stormwater management or industrial site development can strengthen candidacy in the Tampa job market.
Lead Civil Engineers in Tampa’s energy and industrial sector typically earn between $116,620 and $179,890 annually. This range reflects the advanced expertise required, including heavy industrial project experience, PE licensure, and leadership in multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
Yes, the company provides award-winning benefits including comprehensive health coverage, paid parental leave, flexible work arrangements, and merit scholarships. These perks are designed to support overall well-being and employee satisfaction, distinguishing Sargent & Lundy in the energy engineering job market.
The hybrid model, requiring three days in-office, strikes a balance between focused individual work and dynamic team interaction. This setup supports effective coordination across engineering disciplines while accommodating flexibility, crucial for managing complex energy infrastructure projects.