Solar Civil Engineer - Africa

About Tropical
We have posted an average YoY growth of 300% since inception. We like to think big and do bigger. Solar Projects are not just another product solution we sell. We exist to enable Solar Projects to be built and to perform. Tropical is not just a business for us, it is our successfully profitable socially impactful tool for climate change threat avoidance. Duration / LocationFull Time / West & East Africa ResponsibilitiesDevelop detailed civil engineering designs for solar ground mount projects.Prepare site layout plans, grading, and drainage plans.Collaborate with electrical engineers and other project team members to ensure cohesive project integration.Site preparation, including earthworks, foundation design, and structural analysisSupervise construction activities to ensure compliance with design specifications and quality standardsCoordinate with contractors and subcontractors, ensuring project milestones and deadlines are met.Monitor project progress, resolve issues, and implement corrective actions as needed.Maintain accurate records of project activities, including daily logs, inspection reports, and change orders.Conduct foundation design including RCC foundations for MMS, inverter rooms, transformer yards, etc.Supervise and execute drill pile installation for module mounting structures (MMS) in rocky, soft soil, hard-soil terrain.Operate or oversee operation of drilling rigs, ensuring accurate pile depth and verticality as per design.Ensure proper grouting or concreting in drilled holes where required for stability.Supervise assembly and installation of MMS, PV modules, and mechanical supports.Ensure proper alignment, torque tightening, and earthing of module frames and structures.Conduct pre-commissioning checks and ensure readiness for handover.SkillsSpoken and Written EnglishPeople managementERP/MISEmployee Profile we are looking forPeople who go looking for challengesPeople who want to live outside of their comfort zonePeople who want to constantly improveComfortable living in AfricaQualificationB.E./ B.Tech - Civil / Diploma CivilExperience4 Years - only Solar EPC based in similar / BESS EPC experience preferred