Director, Structural Engineering
$200–$230,000 year
On-siteFremont, California, United States
Job Summary
Direct a US-based structural engineering team for utility-scale PV projects from development through construction, overseeing steel design, foundation calculations, and advanced structural tool development. Perform detailed structural analysis to ensure integrity and safety, coordinating with cross-functional teams in the US, India, and global offices to align designs with overall project objectives. Lead efforts for multiple simultaneous projects, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations while managing relationships between EPC customers and engineering partners. Manage the Design Services team growth through process improvements and technical leadership.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
- Minimum 10 years of experience in structural engineering, ideally within the EPC solar industry
- Hands-on experience in structural analysis and design, including dead, live, snow, wind, and seismic loads, design of steel and concrete structures, and development of construction documents
- Advanced proficiency in finite element analysis software (RISA 3D, STAAD, or equivalent)
- Experience in static and dynamic structural analysis of solar tracker structures
- Strong knowledge of engineering standards, codes, and other applicable state and federal guidelines, including but not limited to IBC, ASCE, ASTM, AISC, AISI and ACI
- Professional Engineering (PE) license in multiple states
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve design challenges
- Excellent organizational and planning skills with ability to prioritize competing deadlines and a portfolio of projects
- Team-oriented and self-driven professional with excellent communication and collaboration skills
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in Software Development, Machine Learning, and/or Artificial Intelligence
- Passion for renewable energy and solar power
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