Manager, Foundation Engineering
About The Position
Nextpower is seeking a Manager of Foundation services to join its Project Engineering Team in the Fremont, California office, supporting key accounts across the United States. The role manages the structural engineering team for utility-scale photovoltaic projects from development through construction. Work includes steel design and component sizing, foundation calculations, advanced structural tool development, and structural documentation for project quoting and engineering packages. The manager coordinates with teams in the United States, Brazil, Mexico, and other global offices, including Sales, Project Management, Mechanical Engineering, and R&D. The position leads structural engineering work across multiple projects and supports the growth and development of Nextpower’s Design Services team. The work arrangement is hybrid, with four days in the office and one day remote. The role is located in Fremont/San Rafael, California.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
- At least 8 years of structural engineering experience, ideally within the EPC solar industry.
- Hands-on structural analysis and design experience, including dead, live, snow, wind, and seismic loads; steel and concrete structures; and construction documents.
- Advanced proficiency with structural and geotechnical analysis software, including Risa 3D, Staad, and Lpile.
- Experience with static and dynamic structural analysis of solar tracker structures.
- Experience with single foundation design and A-frame type foundations.
- Experience with Earth Truss foundation systems and preparation of complete foundation packages.
- Strong knowledge of engineering standards, codes, and applicable state and federal guidelines, including IBC, ASCE, ASTM, AISC, AISI, and ACI.
- Professional Engineering (PE) license in multiple states.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to troubleshoot and resolve design challenges.
- Team-oriented and self-driven approach, with excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in software development, machine learning, and/or artificial intelligence.
- Passion for renewable energy and solar power.
Responsibilities
- Manage a team of Structural Engineers in the United States and support regions.
- Perform detailed structural analysis and calculations to ensure the integrity and safety of solar structures based on project-specific design parameters.
- Develop advanced foundation analysis tools in coordination with R&D and software teams.
- Lead structural engineering efforts for multiple projects, ensuring timely and efficient delivery to EPC customers.
- Ensure structural designs comply with local, state, and federal regulations and industry standards.
- Coordinate with project managers and engineers from various companies to align structural design with overall project objectives.
- Manage relationships between EPC customers and structural EOR partners throughout the project design lifecycle, with direction from the engineering manager.
- Work cross-functionally with Applications Engineering and Testing teams, as well as Product Development, Machines, and Business Development functions.
- Support process improvement and team development efforts to contribute to the growth of the Design Services team.
Benefits
- Health care coverage
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) participation with company matching
- Company-paid holidays
- Unlimited paid time off
- Discretionary company bonuses
- Life and disability protection
- Equity as part of the total compensation package; employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
