Structural Engineer

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 .

Key Responsibilities:

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for customers, addressing inquiries, managing Requests for Information (RFIs), and coordinating submittals during construction.
• Partner with the supply chain team to ensure timely delivery of the racking product to project sites, maintaining alignment with customer timelines and expectations.
• Perform quality checks during and after installation to ensure the product is installed correctly, meets design specifications, and complies with our warranty requirements.
• Identify opportunities to enhance design workflows, product performance, and customer satisfaction through innovative engineering solutions.
• Create and run structural automated calculations driven from Excel into RISA/SAAP 2000 & CFS to calculate member sizes and reaction loads based on the Wind tunnel study.
• Perform environmental loading calculations using the appropriate building code for the jurisdiction (OBC, NBC, ASCE).
• Be a subject matter expert on local codes and regulations regarding Solar PV mounting in the areas that Polar Racking is active in

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.
• Experience with Solar Racking design will be preferred but not essential.
• At least 5+ years experience in Automated structural calculations
• Have working experience in using wind tunnel study.
• Understanding frequency and Damping effects in design is a must.
• Have working experience in using OBC, NBC, ASCE Building codes.
• Work experience with SAAP 2000 Software
• Work experience with CFS software
• Work Experience with RISA software
• Experience in creating full structural reports.
• Experience in calculating ULS and SLS reaction loads.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead innovative projects in the growing renewable energy industry.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment with access to cutting-edge tools and technology.
• Career growth potential within a dynamic, forward-thinking company.

Polar Racking Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment /for all employees.