Principal Structural Engineer

Overview

Lead structural engineer for renewable (solar) projects, handling design, analysis, and detailing.

Key Responsibilities

• technical reports
• scope development
• structural design
• load testing
• design coordination
• supplier relations

Tasks

-Prepare design calculation reports, engineering letters and other technical reports. -Prepare scopes of work following accepted standard operating procedures. -Lead structural engineering design tasks for multi-disciplined projects. -Interface with geotechnical, civil, and electrical designers developing practical, fit-for-purpose structural solutions. -Manage scaled driven foundation load tests. -Build lasting relationships with material suppliers, consultants, owners, and engineering procurement contractors (EPCs).

Requirements

• autocad
• bluebeam
• risa 3d
• pe license
• 12+ years
• structural steel

What You Bring

-Proficiency in AutoCAD. -Experience with buried steel corrosion mitigation. -Experience in Structural Engineering, with a fundamental knowledge of Geotechnical Engineering principles preferred. Knowledge of the renewable energy industry strongly preferred. -Troubleshoot and problem-solve with practical, client-focused solutions. -Familiarity with design codes and standards including ASCE, IBC, AISC, and ACI -Proficiency with Bluebeam Revu, MS Word and MS Excel. -Experience with structural steel design and detailing for non-building structures including solar photovoltaic arrays and related ancillary equipment. -12+ years of related experience -Ability and willingness to train and mentor other engineers. -Proficiency with LPILE, MathCAD and structural analysis/design programs such as RISA 3D and Tekla Tedds. Has ability to offer programming skills to support the development and/or update the development of engineering design calculator tools. -PE license required, with ability to procure multi-state licensure (NCEES Council Record). -Bachelor's degree in engineering.

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About Kleinfelder

-Expanded over decades into a multi-disciplinary professional services firm spanning engineering, design, environmental and construction management. -Headquartered in San Diego. -Specializes in projects across energy, transportation, water, facilities and federal markets. -Typical work ranges from dam and levee design to airport, rail, road infrastructure and power/O&G developments. -Engaged in standout assignments—such as post-flood forensic studies for municipal authorities. -In recent years, absorbed regional firms like Veenstra & Kimm to strengthen Midwestern presence.

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