Solar Design Engineer I and II - Civil and Structural

Mortenson is currently seeking Minneapolis-based Solar Design Engineer I or II to join our Solar group specializing in civil, geotechnical, and tracker foundation design to join our Solar Group. This position focuses on earthwork analysis and tracker foundation design during the preconstruction/ design phase of solar projects. In this role, you will create, implement, manage and continually improve our grading strategies, stormwater management design, and tracker pile designs, collaborating closely with internal teams and external partners. 

Location: Minnesota- Headquarters (hybrid)

Travel: Minimal up to 10%

Responsibilities

• Review owner-supplied documents (e.g. geotechnical reports, pull testing, tracker reactions, and scopes of work) and apply findings to civil and structural designs

• Validate topographic elevation data and lead efforts to ensure its accuracy

• Perform site grading and stormwater management design using terrain data

• Coordinate tracker pile projection height design with respect to racking design criteria, clearance requirements, grading, hydrology, and topographic survey

• Utilize site specific wind and corrosion studies to optimize piles for estimate

• Contribute to the development of 30% construction documents in-house

• Participate and/or lead design reviews of civil, geotechnical and structural design submittals

• Review civil, geotechnical and structural designs to ensure compliance with owner requirements and industry standards

• Collaborate with Estimating, Design Phase, Operations and Category Management teams

• Promote designs that are optimized for performance, quality, safety and overall cost efficiency

• Continually learn what the new solar industry trends are and become a subject matter expert

• Attend solar industry conferences and other forums

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, structural, geotechnical or mechanical engineering or related field

• Minimum 1 year of experience in civil, geotechnical or structural engineering preferred 

• Solar and renewables experience preferred 

• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil3D and/or ArcGIS or related design software

• Experience with LPILE preferred

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint

• Coding experience in Python preferred

• Creative thinker with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset

Solar Design Engineer I

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field

  • Working knowledge of NEC code and NFPA standards a plus

  • Basic understanding of construction techniques and project management practices

• The base pay range for this role is $80,900 - $109,300

   

Solar Design Engineer II

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or other related field

  • Minimum two years in Solar PV construction management or system design, preferably utility scale

  • Working knowledge of NEC code and NFPA standards a plus

  • Basic understanding of construction techniques and project management practices

• The base pay range for this role is $91,700 - $123,800

(Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%). 

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.  This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. 

A few benefits offered include:  

• (for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week) 

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage  

• Dental plan  

• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match  

• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves  

• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance  

• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources 

• Tuition reimbursement  

• Adoption Assistance   

• Gym Membership Discount Program   

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Please make note:

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position. 

• Our postings are typically open for a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days. 

About Mortenson

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) company, our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact. Let’s Redefine Possible® 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.

• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.