Solar Design Engineer I and II - Civil and Structural

Mortenson

27d • $80,900 - $123,800 • Hybrid

About The Position

Mortenson is currently seeking Minneapolis-based Solar Design Engineer I or II to join our Solar group specializing in civil, geotechnical, and tracker foundation design to join our Solar Group. This position focuses on earthwork analysis and tracker foundation design during the preconstruction/ design phase of solar projects. In this role, you will create, implement, manage and continually improve our grading strategies, stormwater management design, and tracker pile designs, collaborating closely with internal teams and external partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, structural, geotechnical or mechanical engineering or related field
• Minimum 1 year of experience in civil, geotechnical or structural engineering preferred
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil3D and/or ArcGIS or related design software
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Creative thinker with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field
• Basic understanding of construction techniques and project management practices
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or other related field
• Basic understanding of construction techniques and project management practices

Nice To Haves

• Solar and renewables experience preferred
• Experience with LPILE preferred
• Coding experience in Python preferred
• Working knowledge of NEC code and NFPA standards a plus
• Minimum two years in Solar PV construction management or system design, preferably utility scale
• Working knowledge of NEC code and NFPA standards a plus

Responsibilities

• Review owner-supplied documents (e.g. geotechnical reports, pull testing, tracker reactions, and scopes of work) and apply findings to civil and structural designs
• Validate topographic elevation data and lead efforts to ensure its accuracy
• Perform site grading and stormwater management design using terrain data
• Coordinate tracker pile projection height design with respect to racking design criteria, clearance requirements, grading, hydrology, and topographic survey
• Utilize site specific wind and corrosion studies to optimize piles for estimate
• Contribute to the development of 30% construction documents in-house
• Participate and/or lead design reviews of civil, geotechnical and structural design submittals
• Review civil, geotechnical and structural designs to ensure compliance with owner requirements and industry standards
• Collaborate with Estimating, Design Phase, Operations and Category Management teams
• Promote designs that are optimized for performance, quality, safety and overall cost efficiency
• Continually learn what the new solar industry trends are and become a subject matter expert
• Attend solar industry conferences and other forums

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level