Pure Power Engineering

Field Structural Engineer – Solar Focused

Pure Power Engineering

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Hoboken • New Jersey • United States

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Salary

💰 $130,000 - $160,000 per year

About the role

  • Conduct frequent field site visits to evaluate existing buildings for rooftop solar installations and structural upgrades.
  • Assess structural systems across commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities to determine solar capacity and feasibility.
  • Identify framing systems, load paths, structural materials, and connection details to support photovoltaic system design.
  • Take precise field measurements and regenerate structural drawings reflecting site conditions.
  • Perform structural analysis of existing buildings for solar mount installation to verify adequacy for additional solar dead loads, wind loads, and seismic demands.
  • Prepare calculation packages and engineering reports required for solar permit approvals for both rooftop and ground mount systems.
  • Collaborate with in-house Structural PEs and solar design teams to develop efficient structural solutions.
  • Use AutoCAD to generate structural drawings, retrofit details, and field-verified documentation.
  • Support construction teams by responding to RFIs and clarifying structural requirements.
  • Participate in project meetings with clients, contractors, and internal engineering teams.
  • Work cross-functionally with project managers, electrical engineers, and solar designers to meet client schedules.
  • Follow company engineering standards and procedures while working under senior supervision.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • B.S. in Civil Engineering with Structural focus
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification
  • 3+ years of experience in structural analysis and design of existing buildings and retrofit projects
  • Extensive experience performing structural field inspections and site assessments
  • Ability to identify structural framing systems, load paths, and structural deficiencies in the field
  • Experience regenerating structural drawings from field measurements
  • Proficiency in engineering software including AutoCAD, TEDDS, and RAM
  • Ability to manage multiple fast-paced solar projects simultaneously
  • Strong coordination and communication skills with field and design teams
  • Willingness to travel up to 75% for site inspections and project support
  • Thorough knowledge of structural design codes (AISC, IBC, ACI, ASCE), standards, and state/federal regulations
  • Valid driver’s license
Benefits
  • 100% of employee medical, dental, and vision benefits costs
  • 401k matching
  • Commuter benefits
  • Parking spot for commuting employees
  • Support for public transportation costs
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
structural analysisstructural designfield inspectionssite assessmentsstructural drawingssolar capacity assessmentphotovoltaic system designcalculation packagesengineering reportsload path identification
Soft Skills
coordination skillscommunication skillsproject managementcollaborationproblem-solvingattention to detailtime managementadaptabilityteamworkclient interaction
Certifications
B.S. in Civil EngineeringEngineer-in-Training (EIT)Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)