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Nextpower LLC, USA

Project Engineer

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A Building Engineer utilizes a mixture of construction knowledge and engineering principles to aid with building projects. Analyzes reports, helps design structures, and manages contracts and budgets. Also creates construction schedules and keeps construction sites in compliance with applicable laws.

$98,612 / year median in California

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Job Description Project Engineer | Fremont, CA - Onsite In this position, you will report to the Lead of Project Engineering, located in Fremont, CA. Working directly with key accounts located around the globe and to manage day to day issues on commercial and utility scale PV projects from the development stage to construction support. The position will work with a team of engineers and designers making all decisions relating to Design & Engineering for Nextpower's projects including but not limited to: site plans, mechanical sheet sets, foundation drawings, bill of materials, value engineering, and various other design or engineering tasks and decisions to support project quoting and execution phases. Further this position will be interfacing with engineering teams located in the US and India as well as Sales, Project Management, and R D teams at Nextpower's offices around the world. Role Responsibilities Provide design support to develop tracker layouts, CAD blocks, mechanical sets, and full construction plan sets Review pertinent site information, design inputs, and assist in selecting appropriate product types based on site conditions Work with a team of engineers located in our India office updating to new product configurations and drafting standards and potentially developing automation procedures Conduct value engineering exercises to lower costs on an individual project basis Coordinate with Nextpower's Designers in other regions to create and update new product standards, design changes, and project related issues Learn topography analysis, hydrology analysis, in order to determine best tracker placement Prioritize tasks to provide the best support to our internal and external customers Requirements BS in Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineering, or related, preferred 3-5 years of relevant engineering experience supporting commercial or utility-scale projects, preferably within the solar or renewable energy industry Thorough knowledge of drafting standards Proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD Strong organizational skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Self-motivated team player Preferred Experience Experience in AutoCAD Civil a plus Knowledge of construction sheet sets and project design of PV plants a plus At least 1 year of relevant work experience in the solar industry preferred Passion for solar a plus At Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation. Together, we're building the foundation for the world's next generation of clean energy infrastructure. Nextpower is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are Nextpower Nextracker offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K) participation including company matching, company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off, generous discretionary company bonuses, life and disability protection and more. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. All plans are in accordance with relevant plan documents. For more information on Nextracker's benefits please view our company website at www.nextracker.com . Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job-related reasons. The annual salary range for this position is $115K to $130K. At Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation. Together, we're building the foundation for the world's next generation of clean energy infrastructure. Nextpower is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are Nextpower