Lead Structural Engineer, Solar & Storage Systems

Sunrun Inc; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunrun Inc. is seeking a Technical Engineering Lead for SnapNrack to serve as the technical authority on structural engineering, calculations, and product application. You will translate engineering principles into scalable design standards and support permitting.

You will own engineering methodologies, coordinate with Product Development, manage external consultants, and ensure blueprint configuration and reusable design practices across the portfolio.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering required.
• 7+ years in structural or solar engineering.
• Experience with PV design and engineering teams.
• Knowledge of ASCE 7, IBC, IRC, WFCM, and NDS codes; permitting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own structural engineering methodologies, engineering calculations and documentation across the product portfolio.
• Interpret national and local building codes and translate them into practical product design guidance.
• Develop and maintain engineering rules supporting Blueprint configuration and BOM generation.
• Provide advanced engineering support for complex customer applications and strategic accounts.
• Coordinate external engineering consultants and permitting organizations.

Skills

Structural engineering

PV design support

Engineering calculations

Permitting coordination

Education

BS in Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Blueprint BOM tool

Job description

Sunrun Inc. is seeking a Technical Engineering Lead for SnapNrack to serve as the technical authority on structural engineering, calculations, and product application. You will translate engineering principles into scalable design standards and support permitting.

You will own engineering methodologies, coordinate with Product Development, manage external consultants, and ensure blueprint configuration and reusable design practices across the portfolio.