ABOUT US:

Polar Racking Inc. is a trusted leader in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of innovative solar mounting solutions, proudly serving customers across North America. At Polar Racking, we are committed to delivering high-performance, site-specific solar mounting systems that empower our clients to harness clean energy with confidence. Our collaborative approach combines cutting-edge technology, expert engineering, and a customer-first mindset to provide tailored racking products that meet the unique demands of each project. With a passion for sustainability and excellence, we work hand-in-hand with construction and engineering professionals to bring solar visions to life. Learn more at www.polarracking.com (http://www.polarracking.com).

JOB OVERVIEW:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer to lead the development of one of our flagship solar mounting systems and oversee the execution of projects utilizing this system. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong technical expertise, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships. The successful candidate will work closely with customers, our in-house design and structural engineering team, external consulting engineers, and supply chain partners to deliver site-specific solutions that meet rigorous quality and warranty standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in a North American jurisdiction strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in structural engineering, ideally with exposure to solar PV, racking systems, or related construction products or sectors such as Wind or battery storage.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM Manager for design and documentation.
• Proven experience managing complex projects and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including customers, internal engineers, and external consultants.
• Strong understanding of geotechnical and structural principles as they apply to site-specific engineering.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with construction and engineering professionals.
• Demonstrated ability to manage RFIs, submittals, and quality control processes in a construction or manufacturing environment.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable solutions.
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed for oversight and quality assurance.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Experience in the renewable energy sector, particularly with solar racking or mounting systems.
• Familiarity with North American building codes, standards, and permitting processes.
• Background in supply chain coordination or project management within a manufacturing or engineering context.

• Product Development & Leadership: Lead the ongoing development and refinement of our solar racking product, ensuring it meets structural, geotechnical, environmental and customer-specific requirements. Have a strong grasp of geotechnical and structural principles such as foundation design and loads, frost/heave and wind, snow and sand conditions on static and dynamic structures.
• Site-Specific Engineering: Collaborate with customers (typically construction and engineering professionals) to iterate site and module-specific designs, incorporating local climatic and geotechnical data into the mounting system design.
• Design & Documentation: Utilize Autocad, SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM Manager to create and manage detailed engineering designs, site layouts, and Issued for Construction (IFC) drawing packages. Manage all key product documentation including Product manuals, installation guides, datasheets, QA/QC forms, commissioning and warranty cards.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with our internal team of design and structural engineers, as well as external structural and geotechnical consulting engineers and clients, to finalize designs and secure stamped engineering drawing packages.
• Customer Interaction: Act as the primary technical point of contact for customers, addressing inquiries, managing Requests for Information (RFIs), and coordinating submittals during construction.
• Project Execution: Partner with the supply chain team to ensure timely delivery of the racking product to project sites, maintaining alignment with customer timelines and expectations.
• Quality Control: Perform quality checks during and after installation to ensure the product is installed correctly, meets design specifications, and complies with our warranty requirements.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance design workflows, product performance, and customer satisfaction through innovative engineering solutions.