Civil Design Engineer - New Delhi, India - Antaisolar

Description

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Responsibilities

1. Design and engineer solar tracker foundation systems, including pier foundations, ground screws, and ballasted systems to meet project requirements and industry standards with knowledge of regulatory codes.
2. Conduct site assessments, soil investigations, and geotechnical analysis to evaluate site conditions and determine appropriate foundation design parameters.
3. Guide the structural designing team with calculations for tracker support structures, considering factors such as wind loads, snow loads, seismic loads, and foundation settlement.
4. Prepare detailed construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation for civil and structural components of solar tracker systems.
5. Work closely with project managers, electrical engineers, and construction teams to coordinate civil design activities and ensure alignment with project timelines and budgets.
6. Perform structural analysis using engineering software such as STAAD.Pro, SAP2000 or similar programs to validate design concepts and optimize structural performance.
7. Review and evaluate third-party engineering designs, reports, and calculations to ensure compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
8. Provide technical support during the procurement and construction phases of projects, including responding to RFIs, conducting site inspections, and resolving design-related issues.
9. Stay informed about emerging technologies, industry best practices, and regulatory developments related to solar tracker design and civil engineering.
10. Participate in design review meetings, interdisciplinary coordination meetings, and project debriefs to identify lessons learned and continuous improvement opportunities.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field. Master's degree preferred.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil engineering, with a focus on civil design for renewable energy projects, preferably in the solar industry.
3. Strong understanding of civil engineering principles, geotechnical engineering concepts, and structural analysis methods.
4. Proficiency in engineering design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and structural analysis software (e.g., STAAD.Pro, SAP2000).
5. Experience with geotechnical investigation techniques, soil mechanics, and foundation design principles for utility-scale solar projects.
6. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think critically and analytically to resolve complex engineering challenges.
7. Effective communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
8. Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work under tight deadlines.
9. Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment and adapt to changing project requirements and priorities.