Sr Structural Engineer – Tracker
Remote
Trina Solar US
About Us
Founded in 1997, Trina Solar has led the PV industry in technological innovation and manufacturing excellence for over 25 years. With more than 170GW of cumulative global shipments, including more than 90GW of 210mm modules, Trina’s PV modules and suite of smart solar solutions deliver clean, affordable, and reliable energy to homes, businesses, and power plants. With a history of innovation and bankability, the company engages in a wide range of PV activities, including R&D, manufacturing, sales, project development, and energy cloud-platform operation. From its North American headquarters in Fremont, California, the company employs a diverse, nationwide team of experts in engineering, technology, sales, finance, marketing, operations, and more, to help US solar developers and EPCs deliver project success. The company is currently developing a 5GW manufacturing base in Wilmer, Texas.
With its mission of “Solar energy for all,” Trina Solar is committed to working with others to create a net-zero future. For more information, please visit www.trinasolar.com.
About the Job
As a Senior Structural Engineer at Trina Solar, you will be responsible for the design, analysis, and oversight of construction and renovation projects. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure structural integrity and safety of our tracker and fixed-tilt projects.
What you’ll be doing
- Review geotechnical reports to understand soil conditions at project locations.
- Develop pull-out test protocols which clients will use to perform pull-out testing for use in foundation design.
- Engineer and stamp foundation designs for solar tracker and fixed-tilt projects.
- Review and stamp engineering drawings/calcs for above-post tracker design.
- Develop and maintain relationships with third-party engineering firms that can review/stamp drawings/calcs in states that we aren’t currently licensed.
- Use computer-aided design (CAD) software to create detailed structural designs and blueprints.
- Perform structural analysis to evaluate the strength, stability, and rigidity of structures.
- Develop and review structural calculations and models.
- Collaborate with pre-sales engineering and overseas structural engineers to ensure design milestones are met.
- Attend project meetings and provide structural engineering insights and solutions.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and building codes.
- Conduct site visits when required to monitor construction and ensure adherence to design specifications.
- Prepare and present technical reports and documentation.
- Work closely with clients to understand their needs and provide technical advice.
- Liaise with regulatory bodies and local authorities for permits and approvals.
- Mentor junior engineers and participate in continuous learning and professional development.
- Stay abreast of new technologies and methodologies in structural engineering.
- Contribute to the development of innovative solutions and improvement of internal processes.
Your Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; Master’s degree preferred.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent is a plus.
- 3 years of experience in solar-related structural engineering.
- Proficient in CAD software and structural analysis tools.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work cross-functionally in a highly collaborative environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Competency in Microsoft Office application
- Enthusiasm for the Renewable Energy industry
Why Trina Solar
Trina Solar is the world leading PV and Smart Energy total solution provider. Our teams work every day to advance solar energy solutions to solve the world's energy challenges. We seek to improve the lives of people around the globe, starting with the health, safety and development of our own employees. Trina Solar is committed to building a diverse and highly-skilled workforce, investing heaving in employee development and well-being.
If you feel excited by being a part of this working environment and think your personal skills and qualities match the job requirements, we look forward to receiving your job application. Successful applicant must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship. The expected compensation range for this role is $110,000 - $130,000. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, education, skills, and experience. Additional discretionary incentive may be available. Full-time employees are eligible for PTO, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) plan and flexible spending accounts, subject to plan terms.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Trina Solar US (Company) is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes employment decisions, including but not limited to, hiring, firing, promotion, demotion, training, and/or compensation, on the basis of merit. Employment decisions are based on an individual's qualifications as they relate to the job under consideration. The Company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions, the actual sex of the individual, or the gender identity or gender expression), race, color, religion, including religious dress practices and religious grooming practices, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, familial status, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws, ordinances, or regulations. Trina Solar is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors and co-workers.