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# Civil Engineer I at New Leaf Energy, Inc.

- **Company:** New Leaf Energy, Inc.
- **Location:** Boston, MA
- **Posted:** 2026-10-28
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-04
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/newleafenergy/jobs/5277498007

## Job description

New Leaf Energy is an experienced clean energy developer that partners with landowners, policymakers, and other stakeholders to accelerate the transition to a world powered by renewable energy. We identify high-value sites, work with landowners and local communities to develop them, and partner with long-term asset owners to bring the most impactful clean energy projects to life.

New Leaf Energy is seeking a Civil Engineer I to join our team! The Civil Engineer I will work with a team of senior engineers, project developers, project managers, and engineering consultants to assist in reviewing, designing, and permitting community and utility-scale solar PV, wind, or energy storage projects. Primary duties include site due diligence, researching bylaws, site civil and stormwater design, creation of plan sets, and permit applications associated with the entitlement of renewable energy projects. There will be opportunities to gain experience in meeting with the local towns, as well as presenting to planning/zoning boards, state, and federal agencies.

This position may be filled out of our Lowell, MA,  Boston, MA offices. We value in-person collaboration and offer a hybrid work environment. Hybrid employees work in the office at least two out of every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, and are free to work from the office or from home on other days.

Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

- Site due diligence, permitting path research, and drafting of civil consultation memos.
- Prepare site plans (Site Plan Review, Special Permit/Variance/Notices of Intent) for submission to authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs).
- Analyze and prepare Stormwater Management Reports in support of projects using HYDROCAD.
- Assist in the development of standard details, notes, and specifications, and reviewing design drawings;
- Performing other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

While no one individual will possess them all, the successful candidate will bring many of the following experiences, skills, and attributes. If you’re unsure whether you meet enough of the qualifications below but believe that your experience and skill set is a good match for this position, we invite you to apply!

- BS or MS in Civil Engineering from an accredited engineering program or equivalent.
- EIT certificate or on-track to take the Fundamentals of Engineering exam.
- 1-3 years of experience; recent engineering graduates with internship or COOP experience are encouraged to apply.
- Must have some experience and enjoy working with AutoCAD; Civil 3D is desired but not required.
- College coursework in hydrological modeling; HYDROCAD experience preferred.
- Experience with or knowledge of field surveying concepts desired.
- High energy, resourceful, and organized with the ability to manage multiple projects.  Able to work in ad-hoc teams and take direction.
- Able to occasionally visit project sites for pre-development evaluations.
- Able to occasionally drive to evening meetings of project-approving authorities
- Solid written, oral communication, and analytical skills.
- Passionate about renewable sources of energy.

## Compensation

New Leaf Energy compensates all employees in three ways: market-competitive base salary, plus above-market variable compensation, plus an equity-like program such that all employees experience the benefits of ownership.  We use a data-driven and transparent methodology to calibrate compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable, guided by the New Leaf Energy compensation manual, which is available to all employees.

Under our compensation framework, the likely base salary range for this position is $76,022 - $85,793. The on-target annual cash bonus associated with this position is an additional 10% percent of base salary. Your actual salary may be above, in, or below this range, depending on your location and experience.

We value transparency and can share more during the interview process.

## Benefits and Culture

New Leaf Energy’s success is driven by our collaborative, long-term relationships based on trust and transparency. We offer a flexible work environment that places significant responsibility in independent teams and creates opportunities for innovation and personal growth. New Leaf Energy’s benefits are designed to appropriately recognize our employees’ contributions and enable a reasonable work/life balance. Our benefits include:

- Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision;
- A 401k plan with immediate vesting and a company match (100% of the first three percent of your pay; 50% for the next two percent you contribute);
- An open and self-managed paid time-off policy;
- A hybrid work location policy that supports working from home for part of the week;
- A parental leave policy for both birthing and non-birthing parents, available immediately upon hire;
- Professional development and education assistance.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

New Leaf Energy values the diverse perspectives, skills, experiences, and contributions of all employees. We want all our employees to feel like they belong and are empowered to be their most authentic selves at work. We’re actively committed to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive environment not only within our own organization but also within the clean energy industry.

We seek a diverse candidate pool in this–and every–search. New Leaf Energy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, New Leaf Energy complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. EEO M/F/D/V.

A Note to Third-Party Recruiters

New Leaf Energy’s People + Culture team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. New Leaf Energy does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. Resumes are only accepted from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies if a signed agreement is in place AND if external recruiting assistance is authorized by the People + Culture team for a specific position. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of New Leaf Energy. New Leaf Energy is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

## About New Leaf Energy, Inc.

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: New Leaf Energy is an experienced clean energy developer that partners with landowners, policymakers, and stakeholders to accelerate the transition to a world powered by renewable energy by developing solar, wind, energy storage, and EV charging projects.
- **Entity Type**: Private
- **Headquarters**: Lowell, Massachusetts, United States
- **Founded**: 2022 (as an independent company, spun out from Borrego’s development arm; roots dating back to 1980)
- **Founders**: Dan Berwick (CEO) and the leadership team originated from Borrego’s development arm

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Renewable Energy Development
- **Target customers**: Landowners, local communities, policymakers, utilities, commercial real estate owners, fleets, and long-term asset owners (B2B, B2G)
- **Mission statement**: “To accelerate the transition to a world powered by renewable energy.”

## Products & Services
- **Solar Development**: Utility-scale solar, community solar, and solar-plus-storage projects; over 20 years of experience and more than 1 GW of solar generation developed [newleafenergy.com](https://www.newleafenergy.com/what-we-do)
- **Wind Generation**: Community wind programs that harness wind power for local businesses and residents; identifies ideal sites and works with communities to bring projects online [newleafenergy.com](https://www.newleafenergy.com/what-we-do)
- **Energy Storage**: Critical grid-scale storage projects, often coupled with solar, to store clean energy and deploy it when and where it’s most needed [newleafenergy.com](https://www.newleafenergy.com/what-we-do)
- **Electric Vehicle Charging**: Megawatt-scale fast-charging infrastructure for fleet customers and the public, working with commercial real estate owners, fleets, utilities, and local governments [newleafenergy.com](https://www.newleafenergy.com/what-we-do)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Total projects developed: more than 300; more than 1 GW of clean energy projects developed [newleafenergy.com](https://www.newleafenergy.com/)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: ECP (Energy Capital Partners) purchased Borrego’s development arm in July 2022 to establish New Leaf Energy as an independent company [newleafenergy.com](https://www.newleafenergy.com/about-us)
- **Growth Signals**: One of the most diverse pipelines of renewable energy and storage projects in the U.S.; offices in Lowell, Boston, Chicago, Troy, and Oakland; currently hiring across multiple departments (35+ open roles on Greenhouse) [greenhouse.io](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/newleafenergy)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Deep track record**: Over 20 years of solar development experience and more than 1 GW of projects developed, with an “unparalleled track record of converting potential projects to gigawatts in the ground” [newleafenergy.com](https://www.newleafenergy.com/about-us)
- **Multi-market expertise**: Navigates the intersection of emerging technology and new markets across the U.S., with a diverse pipeline covering solar, wind, storage, and EV charging
- **Trusted partner reputation**: Known for reliability and follow-through: “we do what we say we will do, and our record proves it” [newleafenergy.com](https://www.newleafenergy.com/)
- **Experienced leadership**: Team and leadership originated from a long-standing renewable energy developer (Borrego), with decades of institutional knowledge

## Strategic Focus
- **Current priorities**: Accelerating the clean energy transition by developing high-value solar, wind, storage, and EV charging projects; expanding into new markets and technologies; scaling the team to support a growing pipeline
- **Direction for growth**: Deepening expertise in energy storage and EV charging infrastructure while continuing to lead in solar and wind development; opening up new ways of delivering clean energy at scale

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Described as a “hard-working, fun-loving, and deeply committed team” that collaborates cross-functionally and pursues its mission with “sophistication, honesty, and urgency” [newleafenergy.com](https://www.newleafenergy.com/careers)
- **Mission-driven**: Employees are empowered to work on market-shaping projects that directly accelerate the transition to renewable energy
- **Work policy**: Flexible hybrid work arrangements; “No Meeting Friday” once a month; flexible time off program [newleafenergy.com](https://www.newleafenergy.com/careers)
- **Benefits**: Competitive base pay and annual bonus; equity or equity-like program for all employees; 401(k) with immediate vesting and company match; paid parental leave; 13 paid holidays; $100/month cell phone stipend; education reimbursement; relocation bonus; company-paid public transportation option [newleafenergy.com](https://www.newleafenergy.com/careers)
- **Diversity & Inclusion**: Full executive support for DEI initiatives with a published plan [newleafenergy.com](https://www.newleafenergy.com/careers)
- **Growth**: Development and training opportunities, career pathing, and opportunities for professional growth in a rapidly growing company

## Sources
1. [newleafenergy.com](https://www.newleafenergy.com/)
2. [newleafenergy.com](https://www.newleafenergy.com/about-us)
3. [newleafenergy.com](https://www.newleafenergy.com/what-we-do)
4. [newleafenergy.com](https://www.newleafenergy.com/careers)
5. [greenhouse.io](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/newleafenergy)

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