Geotechnical Engineer (m/f/d)

IDEEMATEC; Madrid; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly €50 shopping card

30 days vacation

Hybrid working model

Overtime compensation

Company bike after probation

Corporate Benefits

Company pension scheme with 20% employer contribution after probation

Job summary

A leading solar technology company in Madrid is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to support the design of foundation systems and conduct soil analysis for solar tracking projects. The role involves planning and coordinating field tests, evaluating geotechnical reports, and collaborating with various departments. Ideal candidates should possess a degree in Civil Engineering or related fields, along with experience in fieldwork and understanding soil corrosion mechanisms. A hybrid working model and various benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor, Master, or higher in a relevant field.
• Experience in fieldwork and construction activities.
• Familiarity with international codes (e.g. Eurocode, ASCE).

Responsibilities

• Create project foundation designs based on geotechnical conditions.
• Plan POT campaigns for solar tracker structures.
• Evaluate POT results and manage geotechnical surveys.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Soil corrosion understanding

Fieldwork coordination

Team orientation

English proficiency

Education

University degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnics, or Geoscience

Job description

Join to apply for the Geotechnical Engineer (m/f/d) role at IDEEMATEC.

As one of the leading providers of solar tracker systems, IDEEMATEC develops cutting‑edge technologies that maximize the energy output of solar power plants. Our dedicated team of talented professionals is passionate about powering the world with sustainable energy.

Are you passionate about sustainability and eager to make a real impact on the energy transition? Are you looking for an innovative and dynamic environment where you can contribute your ideas and make a difference as part of a team? Then join IDEEMATEC and shape the future of solar energy with us!

Your Role

As a Geotechnical Engineer (m/f/d), you will be responsible for project‑related foundation design and soil‑structure interaction analysis, including planning, evaluation, and validation of Pull‑Out Tests (POTs). You will contribute to the safe and cost‑efficient development of our solar tracking systems for international utility‑scale and Agri‑PV projects and play a key role in optimizing geotechnical design and validation processes.

Tasks

• Create project‑specific foundation designs according to the geotechnical conditions and the system‑specific foundation loads.
• Plan and coordinate POT campaigns for solar tracker structures together with Sales and customers.
• Evaluate POT results and oversee the company's geotechnical surveys.
• Review geotechnical reports for foundation and corrosion estimation for offer proposals.
• Provide geotechnical engineering support for certification and client audits.
• Collaborate across departments (Sales, Project Design, Development) and interface with external experts and partners.

Requirements

• University degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnics, Geoscience or comparable qualification (Bachelor, Master or higher).
• Experience in the development and coordination of fieldwork (POT campaigns) and construction activities.
• Sound understanding of soil corrosion mechanisms and corrosion mitigation strategies (e.g. coating systems, material selection, sacrificial thickness concepts).
• Strong analytical mindset and structured working approach.
• Familiarity with international codes and standards (e.g. Eurocode, ASCE) is a plus.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• High team orientation, ownership, and passion for innovative, cross‑functional work.

Benefits

• Monthly €50 shopping card (tax‑free).
• 30 days vacation.
• Hybrid working model.
• Overtime compensation.
• Company bike*.
• Corporate Benefits.
• Company pension scheme with 20% employer contribution*.

*After probation period.

Application

Does that sound like you? Great, we would love to hear from you! Please send us the following:

• Your CV highlighting your most relevant experience as well as certificates.
• A write‑up (cover letter) explaining who you are and why you would like to join us.
• Your desired salary and your earliest possible start date.

Location: Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain.