Structural Solar Engineer

Exoben Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Exoben Inc. is seeking a detail-focused Structural Solar Engineer to design and support the mechanical structure of Exoben’s solar systems, including mounting systems for rooftop and ground-mounted installations.

You will ensure systems are strong and durable against wind and environmental loads, collaborate with PV design and installation teams, and help drive safety and long-term performance. This role requires solid engineering fundamentals and a practical, team-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or related field; Master’s degree advantageous; PhD preferred.
• Experience in structural design or solar system mounting.
• Knowledge of load calculations and environmental factors.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on safety.
• Practical, solution-focused mindset with strong teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Design mounting systems and structural layouts for solar installations.
• Ensure systems withstand wind, load and environmental conditions.
• Support rooftop and ground-mounted system designs.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure install-friendly designs.
• Ensure compliance with structural and safety standards.
• Support testing and validation of structural designs.
• Identify and resolve structural challenges.
• Improve durability and long-term stability of systems.

Skills

Structural design

Solar mounting

Load calculations

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

PhD is preferred

Job description

Specialization: Structural Design, Mounting Systems and Mechanical Stability

Location: United States

Job Type: Full-Time

About Exoben

Exoben Inc. is building solar systems designed for real-world conditions, including heat, wind, dust and long-term outdoor exposure.

Solar panels must not only generate power; they must be securely installed and remain stable over many years.

Strong structural design ensures durability, safety and long-term performance.

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-focused Structural Solar Engineer to design and support the mechanical structure of Exoben’s solar systems.

In this role, you will develop mounting systems and structural layouts for rooftop and ground-mounted installations.

You will ensure systems are strong, stable and able to withstand environmental conditions.

You will work closely with PV design, project and installation teams to ensure designs are practical and reliable.

This role requires strong engineering fundamentals and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

• You will design mounting systems and structural layouts for solar installations.
• You will ensure systems can withstand wind, load and environmental conditions.
• You will support rooftop and ground-mounted system designs.
• You will work with project teams to ensure designs are practical for installation.
• You will ensure compliance with structural and safety standards.
• You will support testing and validation of structural designs.
• You will identify and resolve structural challenges.
• You will improve durability and long-term stability of systems.

Qualifications

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related field. A Master’s degree is an advantage. A PhD is preferred.
• You have experience in structural design or solar system mounting.
• You understand load calculations and environmental factors.
• You are detail-oriented and focused on safety.
• You are practical and solution-focused.
• You are a strong team collaborator.

Why This Role Matters

This role ensures Exoben’s solar systems are physically secure.

You protect systems from environmental stress and long-term wear.

Your work supports safety and durability.

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