Senior/Principal Structural Engineer - Heliogen

About this role:

This is a hybrid role (3 days a week onsite) in either Pasadena, CA, Long Beach, CA or Houston, TX 

The Process and Power Systems team is focused on the design and development of the next generation of our Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plants. In this role, you will work closely with several team members in engineering, manufacturing, and outside consultants. This is a key role within the team that will lead the structural design efforts to challenge status-quo, develop innovative and cost-effective designs that work seamlessly within the larger framework of the current and future plants, and enable harnessing solar energy efficiently.

In this role, you will:

• Use your structural engineering skills to further the world’s transition to sustainable energy
• Serve as the structural engineering authority within Heliogen and provide mentorship to other engineers
• Design and analyze structural designs of towers for solar receivers and other CSP equipment support
• Work collaboratively in cross-functional teams to deliver next-gen civil and structural design for Heliogen

What's essential:

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from accredited university with a PE License
• 7+ years of experience in technical design development environments
• Proficient in 3D structural analysis and design software (ETABS/AutoCAD/STAAD Pro or similar)
• Experience interpreting and implementing relevant codes and standard for design (AISC/IBC etc.)
• Experience developing drawing and data packages for approval by regulatory bodies
• Willing and able to travel (10%) to provide on-site construction supervision and support
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desirable:

• 10+ years of experience in technical design and development environment
• Experience with large industrial, infrastructure, or energy projects
• Track record of driving projects to successful completion.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and integrate latest information as it becomes available.