Civil Engineer

Cleantech Industry Resources; Chennai District; On-site; INR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance for employee and family

Spot Recognition bonus for exceptional performance

Long Term Incentive policy

Regular team outings and activities

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm is seeking a Civil Engineer to assess and analyze potential sites for solar installations. The role involves site planning, structural design, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering and 2-4 years of relevant experience. The firm values collaborative efforts and offers various professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in civil-structural engineering, preferably with a focus on solar or renewable energy projects.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take ideas from concept to conclusion.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies for solar installations.
• Collaborate on planning and designing infrastructure components.
• Ensure designs adhere to relevant codes and regulations.
• Provide technical support during construction and address challenges.
• Maintain detailed project records and engineering calculations.

Skills

Autodesk AutoCAD

Civil3D

Storm Sewer Analysis

Vehicle Tracking

Grading Optimization

HydroCAD

Culvert master

Flo2D

HEC-RAS

QGIS

ArcGIS

Google Earth

PVcase

SolidWorks

Ansys

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Job description

Cleantech Industry Resources accelerates United States solar, battery storage and EV projects by providing turnkey development as a service including 100% internal systems engineering.

Location of Position:

What We Offer

• Opportunity to join a top-notch, collaborative team of professionals
• Fantastic team environment and collaborative culture
• Professional development opportunities to grow into an industry leader
• Medical Insurance for the employee and family
• Spot Recognition bonus for exceptional performance
• Long Term Incentive policy
• Regular team outings, events, and activities to foster a positive work environment

Our Commitment to Diversity

At CIR, we are dedicated to nurturing a diverse and equitable workforce that truly reflects our community. We deeply value each person’s unique perspective, skills, and experiences.

Position Summary

Civil Engineer – Officer will be responsible for assessing and analysing potential sites for solar installations. Focused on site planning, demolition, grading and stormwater management with stable and compliant support structures for solar panels with related foundations.

Core Responsibilities

Solar Project Site Assessment:

• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies to evaluate the suitability of locations for solar installations.
• Consider factors such as topography, geotechnical conditions, drainage, and environmental impact.

Civil Design and Permitting:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and design infrastructure components such as access roads, fencing, laydowns and drainage systems to support solar projects.
• Conduct preliminary site evaluations including desktop studies, topography, and wetlands.
• Provide input on site grading, drainage, and layout optimization to ensure efficient use of space and resources.
• Support the civil design of solar projects, including site layout, demolition, grading and stormwater management calculations, foundation design, and structural considerations.
• Prepare and submit permit applications, ensuring compliance with AHJ, local, state, and federal regulations.

Structural Design:

• Design pile foundations, module mounting steel structures, main control room foundation.
• Foundation design for IDT, LT & HT panels, ICR and other components in solar plant.
• Preparation of the detailed bill of quantities for structures based on drawings.

Quality Assurance and Safety:

• Ensure all designs adhere to relevant codes, standards, and regulations, including ASCE 7, IBC, ACI, AISC, and local building codes.
• Conduct inspections and site visits as required to verify compliance with design specifications and quality standards.

Technical Support and Problem Solving:

• Provide technical support during the construction phase, addressing any civil and structural challenges or issues that arise.
• Innovate and implement solutions to optimize the design and construction process, reducing costs and improving efficiency.

Documentation:

• Maintain detailed records of project plans, engineering calculations, construction progress, and as-built documentation.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Gaining knowledge of PV system components such as modules, racking, inverters, and Balance of Systems (BOS).
• Leading continuous improvement of design standards, specifications, and design processes.

Education Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field is essential.

Technical Skills and Experience

• Autodesk AutoCAD, Civil3D
• Storm Sewer Analysis, Vehicle Tracking, Grading Optimization
• HydroCAD, Culvert master
• Flo2D, HEC-RAS
• QGIS, ArcGIS
• Google Earth, PVcase
• SolidWorks
• Ansys (for structural analysis)

Experience:

• 2-4 years of experience in civil-structural engineering, preferably with a focus on Solar, BESS, Substation design or renewable energy projects.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take ideas and run with them from concept to conclusion.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Work Conditions

The work environment is usually quiet, a blend of artificial and natural light, temperate and generally supports a collaborative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Cleantech Industry Resources, we embrace diversity and uphold a strong dedication to establishing an all-encompassing atmosphere for both our staff and associates.