The Manager of Structural & Geotechnical Engineering will be based in Madrid, Spain and reports to the Sr. Manager of Engineering.
Join Nextpower, a leading company in the energy transition, providing intelligent solar tracker and control software solutions for utility‑scale solar power plants.
Responsibilities

Lead and manage the teams of structural, geotechnical and operations engineering, providing guidance, support, mentorship, and fostering professional development.
Oversee the structural and civil engineering design process for utility‑scale solar tracker projects, ensuring technical excellence and compliance.
Supervise the development of tracker layouts, foundation calculations, mechanical sets, and full civil construction plan sets.
Perform and review complex structural analysis and foundation design to optimize tracker placement and performance based on specific site conditions.
Lead value engineering exercises combining structural and geotechnical criteria to lower costs and maximize efficiency on an individual project basis.




Ensure all civil and structural designs strictly adhere to Eurocodes and other relevant local and international engineering standards.
Coordinate with regional management and cross‑functional teams to implement new product standards, design modifications, and department‑wide initiatives.
Set team processes, workload prioritizing, tasking protocols, and develop new Key Performance Indicator (KPI) metrics for team efficiency.
Support direct reports with continuous technical training, resource allocation, and conflict resolution.

Qualifications and Experience

MSc in Civil Engineering (Ingeniería de Caminos, Canales y Puertos or equivalent Master’s degree).
Fluent in English and Spanish (written and spoken).
Proven experience managing and leading engineering teams, with strong leadership and conflict‑resolution skills.
7–10 years of professional background with relevant work experience in the solar utility‑scale industry.
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📌 Manager of Structural (Madrid)
🏢 Nextpower
📍 Madrid