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Civil/ Mechanical Engineering Manager

Posted 23 April 2024
LocationSpain
Job type Permanent
Discipline Renewable Energy & Infrastructure
Contact NameCatalina Fonrodona

Job description

​From The Green Recruitment Company we are looking for a Solar Civil/Mechanical Engineer to join a leading solar developer and IPP.

The chosen person will be responsible for civil design and calculations and act as the subject matter expert to discuss with lenders’ technical advisors.

Responsibilities:

  • Ensure compliance of civil/mechanical/structural engineering designs with applicable norms, regulations, and project-specific requirements.

  • Maintain current knowledge of civil/mechanical/structural engineering design standards.

  • Prepare requirements for structural assessments, topographical, geotechnical, soil investigations, and other studies.

  • Analyze reports and translate findings into design requirements.

  • Utilize AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and PV design software for conceptual and detailed drawings.

  • Develop technical specifications and coordinate with engineering team for PV system design.

  • Act as subject matter expert in discussions with external and internal stakeholders.

  • Support project development, acquisition, and construction stages.

  • Assist procurement team in analyzing technical solutions from suppliers.

  • Liaise with on-site Owner’s Engineer during construction.

  • Stay updated on developments in civil and structural engineering.

  • Apply knowledge of photovoltaics and engineering practices to optimize designs.

  • Maintain organized project documentation.

  • Support solar PV design optimization initiatives.

Qualifications:

  • More than 5 years on Utility Solar Power Plants. Other experience in other energy markets such as Oil & Gas, Wind, Storage, etc. will be valued.

  • On-site works experience with complex soil conditions will be valued significantly.

  • Experience in dealing with hybrids will be valued.

  • A working understanding of energy project finance is preferred.

  • A working understanding of energy project finance is preferred.

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing.

  • Must be self-motivated, customer-oriented, with an ability to balance multiple projects where focus on detail might be needed while working under tight deadlines.

  • Must be able to function equally well in fast-paced, collaborative, multi-discipline teams, and self-directed independent assignments.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Other languages, such as Spanish, Swedish, Polish, French or Italian will be valued positively.

  • Familiarized with the international standards which apply to PV Solar Project , IEC / IEEE / EN / UNE / UL...

  • Management of Google Earth or similar GIS tools.