Structural Engineer

Job Description:

The Structural Engineer will be based in Hyderabad . In this position, you will report to the Assistant Manager, Structural Engineering. Candidate would be working on utility scale PV tracker projects from the development stage to construction support. Candidate will work on, including but not limited to, loading analysis, structural design, foundation design, value engineering, and various other engineering tasks, to support project quoting and execution phases. Further the candidate will be interfacing with Engineering, Sales, Project Management, and R&D teams at Nextpower's offices around the world. Watch this video to learn why Nextpower is more than just a place to work.

We are looking for someone who demonstrates:

• Passionate drive to innovate and create.
• Integrity to the core
• Enthusiastic customer focus
• Consistent interactive teamwork
• Desire for continuous improvement and top performance

Here is a glimpse of what you’ll do:

• Estimate loading conditions - Dead load, Snow load, Live load, Wind load, Seismic load.
• Perform Wind pressure calculations for structures using ASCE 7, IS 875, EC1 or any other country specific standards.
• Design the structures and components for wind and seismic forces (static and dynamic)
• Detailed connection design bolted, welded, riveted as per IS800, IS875, ASCE, ACI and AISI.
• Work on developing automation tools using VBA, Python
• Work with the local team to conduct value engineering exercises to lower costs.
• Coordinate with Nextracker's Structural/Civil Engineers/Designers in other regions to create and update new product standards, design changes, and project related issues
• Provide construction support; RFIs and submittals.

Here is some of what you’ll need (required)

• Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering with excellent academic record with (3-5 ) years of experience in designing steel structural systems including detailed engineering. Experience in solar industry is preferred but not compulsory.
• Very good knowledge of structural engineering codes and design methodology
• Proficiency in structural engineering software such as Staad Pro, RISA, ETABS, SAP2000
• Good knowledge of dynamic analysis and design
• Experience in manual design (Columns/Beams/Plates/Girders) and connection details as per IS800, IS801, IS875, ASCE, ACI and AISI.
• Good communication skills .

Here are a few of our preferred experiences:

• Ability to prioritize and juggle multiple projects
• Self-motivated team player
• Programming languages VBA / Python
• Experience in the renewable industry is a plus.

At Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation. Together, we’re building the foundation for the world’s next generation of clean energy infrastructure.

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