Junior Design Engineer - Structural (Solviva Energy)

AboitizPower; Makati; On-site; PHP 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Solviva, a fast-growing solar startup backed by AboitizPower, seeks a Junior Design Engineer (Structural) in the Philippines. You will own the project pipeline, ensuring speed, precision, and engineering compliance across rooftop solar installations.

You will work within Solviva’s Design & Engineering department, collaborating with Site Assessors, Drafters, Electrical Engineers, PMs, and Sales/Aftersales teams to deliver robust structural solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering is required.
• 1–3 years of structural engineering design experience; rooftop solar/residential structural assessment is a plus.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Pipeline management: manage, process, and execute designated projects.
• Advanced framing & modeling: conduct computational framing modeling for complex roof structures.
• Structural assessment & analysis: perform verification and submit findings to the Engineer of Record (EoR).
• Retrofit design: create retrofitting designs for buildings requiring reinforcement.
• Compliance & deliverables: compile and track engineering deliverables for EoR submission.
• Interdepartmental collaboration: provide technical support to Site Assessors, Drafters, Electrical Engineers, PMs/Engineers, and Sales/Aftersales teams.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Structural Engineering

STAAD.Pro

ETABS

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

STAAD.Pro

ETABS

SAP2000

AutoCAD

Job description

Solviva is a fast-growing solar startup on a mission to make clean energy accessible and affordable for homeowners across the Philippines. We’re building the future of residential solar—offering flexible financing, the latest solar technology, and a seamless, hassle-free transition to solar ownership. As we scale, we need passionate, driven leaders to help shape our growth and the future of residential energy.

Solviva is the first venture launched from AboitizPower’s 1882 Ventures, a venture studio focused on decentralizing the energy system and creating more sustainable homes, businesses, mobility, and networks

Role Overview

As a Junior Design Engineer (Structural), you will serve as the core high-volume structural analytical engine of our Design and Engineering department. You will maintain total ownership over the project pipeline, ensuring speed, precision, and complete engineering compliance across all rooftop solar installations.

Key Responsibilities

• Pipeline Management: Comprehensive management, processing, and execution of designated projects.
• Advanced Framing & Modeling: Conduct in-depth computational framing modeling for specialized, complex, or degraded roof structures.
• Structural Assessment & Analysis: Perform structural verification and analysis and submit findings to the Engineer of Record (EoR).
• Retrofit Design: Generate structural retrofitting designs and plans for buildings requiring structural reinforcement.
• Compliance & Deliverables: Compile and track engineering compliance deliverables to ensure high quality prior to final EoR submission.
• Interdepartmental Collaboration: Provide technical support and resolve structural concerns for Site Assessors, Drafters, Electrical Engineers, Project Managers/Engineers, and Sales/Aftersales teams.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering (Licensed Civil Engineer preferred).
• Experience: 1–3 years of structural engineering design experience; experience in rooftop solar or residential structural assessment is a strong plus. (Fresh graduates are welcome to apply)

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in structural design software (e.g., STAAD.Pro, ETABS, SAP2000, or similar) and CAD software (AutoCAD).
• Solid understanding of residential framing systems, load calculations (wind/dead loads), and building code compliance.
• Familiarity with engineering compliance documentation and quality assurance workflows.

Soft Skills & Mindset:

• Highly organized with strong high-volume pipeline management skills.
• Functional agility, attention to detail, and a collaborative, startup-oriented growth mindset.

Why Join Solviva?

• Make an Impact – Shape the decisions that determine how Solviva grows, and how many Filipino homes and businesses get access to clean, affordable energy.
• Learn & Grow – Work on board meetings, capital raising and leadership hiring years earlier than most careers allow, with real work on your plate.
• Innovation & Ownership – Bring AI and new tools into how the company runs. Where there's no process yet, you build it.
• Career Development – Build the judgment and track record to lead a function, run a business line, or start something of your own. We'll discuss your path openly from day one.
• Backed by Industry Leaders – Solviva is the first venture from AboitizPower's 1882 Energy Ventures. You get the pace of a startup with the backing of a trusted energy leader.