Civil & Structural BoP Design Expert – Wind / BESS / PV / Substation & Transmission

Acwa Power; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in sustainable energy is seeking a Civil & Structural BoP Design Expert to join their Renewables Engineering Office in Bangalore. This role focuses on leading the design and validation of civil and structural systems for Wind, Solar PV, BESS, and Substation projects. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and 5–10 years of relevant experience. Working with a collaborative team, you'll optimize cost, quality, and constructability of large-scale renewable projects.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of relevant experience in the Renewable Power and Utilities sector.
• Proficient in structural design calculations and load analysis.
• Strong knowledge of substation layout optimization and geotechnical assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and validation of civil and structural systems for renewable projects.
• Deliver civil and structural designs for Balance of Plant.
• Validate outsourced designs for quality and compliance.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

STAAD Pro

ANSYS

SOLIDWORKS

LPILE

ArcGIS

QGIS

SAP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

Civil & Structural BoP Design Expert – Wind / BESS / PV / Substation & Transmission

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Powering the Foundations of Renewable Energy.

Join ACWA Power, a global leader in sustainable power generation and desalination, driving the transition to cleaner, smarter energy. We’re seeking a Civil & Structural BoP Design Expert to join our Renewables Engineering Office in Bangalore.

Overview

As a Civil & Structural BoP Design Expert, you’ll lead the design and validation of civil and structural systems across Wind, Solar PV, BESS, and Substation & Transmission projects. You’ll play a key role in optimizing project cost and reliability — from early feasibility through to execution — ensuring our renewable assets are built on the strongest possible foundations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver civil and structural designs for Balance of Plant, including foundations, transformer bays, switchgear buildings, transmission towers, access roads, and drainage systems.
• Conduct feasibility studies and optimize BoP layouts to ensure cost-effective, technically sound designs.
• Prepare and review Basic Engineering and FEED packages, ensuring alignment with IEC, IEEE, and project specifications.
• Validate outsourced designs for substations and transmission systems, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Provide technical guidance to EPC contractors and internal teams on civil design best practices.
• Support bid reviews and investment evaluations with technical input on civil infrastructure design.
• Oversee document management, version control, and quality assurance for engineering deliverables.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure adherence to engineering policies and procedures.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (specialization in Structural Design, Geotechnics, or Construction Management).
• Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering preferred.
• 5–10 years of relevant experience in the Renewable Power and Utilities sector.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, STAAD Pro, ANSYS, SOLIDWORKS, LPILE, ArcGIS, QGIS, SAP (or similar).
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Substation Layout Optimization
  • Geotechnical & Hydrological Risk Assessments
  • Structural Design Calculations & Load Analysis
  • Industry Standards & Grid Codes

What You’ll Bring

• Proven ability to independently manage civil and structural BoP designs for large-scale renewable projects.
• A results-oriented approach to optimizing cost, quality, and constructability.
• Strong collaboration skills, working closely with engineering, EPC partners, and technical consultants.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in civil design practices.

Join a company at the forefront of renewable energy innovation, delivering world-class projects that redefine sustainable infrastructure. At ACWA Power, you’ll collaborate with global experts and help shape the civil design standards of tomorrow’s energy landscape.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Industries: Services for Renewable Energy

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