Structural Engineer I

Nextpower; Sorocaba; Hybrid; BRL 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nextpower is seeking a Structural Engineer I to join our Project Engineering Team in Sorocaba, Brazil, supporting US and North America markets. You will manage day-to-day structural tasks for foundations of utility-scale PV projects from development through construction.

Responsibilities include wind load calculations, steel design, foundation sizing, and preparation of structural documentation to support project quoting and engineering packages.

Qualifications

• BS in Structural Engineering with emphasis on Foundations.
• MS in Structural Engineering is a plus.
• Experience with dead, live, wind, snow and seismic loads.

Responsibilities

• Produce civil and structural design documentation, including drawings and calculations.
• Perform wind, seismic and foundation analyses and prepare calculations and reports.
• Sign/seal documents if required and provide construction-phase support.
• Collaborate with engineers across regions to maintain standards and tools.
• Occasional site visits to supervise geotech investigations and foundation work.

Skills

Wind/seismic analysis

FEA software

Communication

Team collaboration

English fluency

Proficient with MS Office

Excel

AutoCAD

Programming a plus

Education

Bachelor of Science in Structural Engineering (Foundations)

Master of Science in Structural Engineering (preferred)

Tools

RISA

STAAD

LPILE

AllPile

Plaxis

Job description

Job Description

Nextpower – Structural Engineer I

Location: Sorocaba, Brazil

Reporting: Director of Civil - Geotechnical Engineering

Work Type: Hybrid - 4 days in office, 1 day remote

Language Proficiency: Fluent in English (C1/C2 level required)

Nextpower is the leading provider of intelligent, integrated solar tracker and software solutions used in utility-scale and ground-mounted distributed generation solar projects around the world. Nextpower has been the number one global market-share solar tracker company with an average market share of 30% for seven years and counting, according to global research firms Wood Mackenzie and IHS Markit.

Nextpower pioneered smart solar tracking technology and continues to lead the industry with our design, engineering and software innovation. Our robust portfolio of intellectual property protects both our hardware and software products, and includes 132 mechanical patents, 52 electronics & controls patents, and 171 software-driven yield improvement patents.

At Nextpower, we are on a mission to be the most trusted and valued renewable energy company by delivering intelligent, reliable, and productive solar power. We are a diverse group of technology innovators and clean energy activators. We are collaborative team players, accountable and deliver results. We are committed to sustainability, decarbonization and a better tomorrow.

About The Role

Nextpower is seeking a Structural Engineer I to join our Project Engineering Team , supporting key accounts across the U.S and North America markets. This position will be responsible for managing day-to-day structural engineering tasks for foundations of utility-scale PV projects from the development phase through construction.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, wind load calculations, steel design, component sizing, foundation sizing, structural tool development and the preparation of structural documentation to support project quoting and engineering packages. The role will involve close coordination with cross-functional teams in the U.S., India, and other global offices including Sales, Project Management, and R&D.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce civil and structural design documentation, including drawings and calculations.
• Support the project development phase by reviewing site information, performing calculations, and contributing to cost estimations.
• Perform structural analyses for wind, seismic, and foundation loads, and prepare corresponding calculations and reports; sign/seal documents if required.
• Provide construction phase support by responding to RFIs and reviewing submittals.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of Nextpower products to support engineering decisions.
• Collaborate with structural/Geotechnical/civil engineers across regions to maintain and update standards, specifications, templates, and design tools.
• Manage schedules and review deliverables from structural and Foundation engineering consultants.
• Support the ongoing development and expansion of Nextpower’s Design Services team.
• Occasional sites visit to supervise Geotech investigations, foundation installation and pile load testing.

Required Skills/ Expertise:

• BS in Structural Engineering with emphasis on Foundations. MS in Structural Engineering is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of international engineering standards, codes, and other applicable state and federal guidelines, including but not limited to IBC, ASCE, ASTM, AISC, and ACI.
• Proficiency in finite element analysis software (RISA, STAAD, or equivalent)
• Proficiency in advanced modal and dynamic analysis
• Minimum of 2 years of structural engineering experience, preferably in the solar EPC industry.
• Demonstrated experience in structural design, including dead, live, snow, wind, and seismic loads, as well as steel structure design and construction documentation.
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel), AutoCAD,
• Proficiency in foundation tools like LPILE/AllPile, Risa foundation, Staad foundations, Plaxis and other structural analysis tools.
• Proficiency in programming languages is a plus.
• Self-motivated team player with strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Passion for renewable energy and solar power is a plus.
• Fluent English is required to communicate effectively with clients, manage international projects, and produce high-quality technical documentation.

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.

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