Manager of Structural & Geotechnical Engineering

Nextpower; Madrid; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Nextpower is looking for a Manager of Structural & Geotechnical Engineering in Madrid to lead engineering teams for utility-scale solar tracker projects. This role includes overseeing design processes and ensuring compliance with engineering standards.

The ideal candidate will hold an MSc in Civil Engineering, have 7-10 years of relevant experience, and be fluent in English and Spanish. Nextpower offers opportunities in a leading company focused on energy transition.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in solar utility-scale projects.
• Proven experience in managing engineering teams.
• Strong understanding of Eurocodes and civil design regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering teams.
• Oversee structural and civil engineering design processes.
• Coordinate with regional management and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Leadership

Conflict Resolution

Fluent in English and Spanish

Organizational Skills

Technical Expertise in Structural Analysis Software

Communication Skills

Education

MSc in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Python

PowerBI

Job description

The Manager of Structural & Geotechnical Engineering will be based in Madrid, Spain and reports to the Sr. Manager of Engineering.

Join Nextpower, a leading company in the energy transition, providing intelligent solar tracker and control software solutions for utility‑scale solar power plants.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the teams of structural, geotechnical and operations engineering, providing guidance, support, mentorship, and fostering professional development.
• Oversee the structural and civil engineering design process for utility‑scale solar tracker projects, ensuring technical excellence and compliance.
• Supervise the development of tracker layouts, foundation calculations, mechanical sets, and full civil construction plan sets.
• Perform and review complex structural analysis and foundation design to optimize tracker placement and performance based on specific site conditions.
• Lead value engineering exercises combining structural and geotechnical criteria to lower costs and maximize efficiency on an individual project basis.
• Ensure all civil and structural designs strictly adhere to Eurocodes and other relevant local and international engineering standards.
• Coordinate with regional management and cross‑functional teams to implement new product standards, design modifications, and department‑wide initiatives.
• Set team processes, workload prioritizing, tasking protocols, and develop new Key Performance Indicator (KPI) metrics for team efficiency.
• Support direct reports with continuous technical training, resource allocation, and conflict resolution.

Qualifications and Experience

• MSc in Civil Engineering (Ingeniería de Caminos, Canales y Puertos or equivalent Master’s degree).
• Fluent in English and Spanish (written and spoken).
• Proven experience managing and leading engineering teams, with strong leadership and conflict‑resolution skills.
• 7–10 years of professional background with relevant work experience in the solar utility‑scale industry.
• Advanced technical expertise in structural analysis software and foundation calculation tools.
• Deep, comprehensive knowledge of Eurocodes and international civil design regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to translate complex technical concepts to internal teams and external stakeholders/customers.
• Proficiency in engineering tools such as AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and standard structural frameworks.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to thrive and make decisions in a fast‑paced environment.
• Self‑motivated team player with a problem‑solving mindset.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with programming languages applied to engineering automation (e.g., Python).
• Knowledge of advanced geotechnical analysis or data visualization tools (e.g., PowerBI).

Nextpower is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Nextpower does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status or any other status protected by law.