Technical Engineer I

Job Description:

At Nextpower, we are leading in the energy transition, providing the most comprehensive portfolio of intelligent solar tracker and control software solutions for solar power plants, as well as strategic services to capture the full value of solar power plants for our customers. Our talented worldwide teams are transforming PV plant performance every day with smart technology, data monitoring and analysis services.

As a company driving the clean energy transition, sustainability is not just a word. It's a core part of our business and our operations. Our sustainability efforts are based on five cornerstones: People, Community, Environment, Innovation, and Integrity. We are creative, collaborative and passionate problem-solvers from diverse backgrounds, driven by our shared mission to provide smart solar and software solutions for our customers and to mitigate climate change for future generations. Make your mark with Nextpower.

The Geotechnical Engineer will be based in Shanghai, China. In this position, you will report to the “Manager Geotechnical Engineering”. The candidate will work on, including but not limited to, review of Geotech reports, understand the soil conditions, foundation design, corrosion assessment, value engineering, and various other engineering tasks, to support project quoting and execution phases. Further, the candidate will be interfacing with Engineering, Sales, Project Management, and R&D teams at Nextpower’s offices around the world. Watch this video to learn why Nextpower is more than just a place to work.

We are looking for someone who demonstrates:

• Passionate drive to innovate and create
• Integrity to the core
• Enthusiastic customer focus
• Consistent interactive teamwork
• Desire for continuous improvement and top performance

Here is a glimpse of what you’ll do…

• Review the Geotechnical reports for different projects globally, understand the soil / rock conditions and judge the strength parameters
• Perform the foundation design using the LPILE and in house developed tools
• Corrosion design of steel piles for different sub soil condition as per the local standards
• Planning and preparation of the specifications for pile load testing
• Review & Interpretation of pile load test reports
• Preparation of final foundation design document
• Assisting the CAD team in delivering the foundation drawings and other deliverables
• Addressing the various challenges which arise during construction stage and resolve them.

Here is some of what you’ll need (required)…

• Chinese and English speaking is a must
• M.E. / M.Tech in Geo-Technical Engineering
• Experienced/Fresher
• Knowledge on different field tests like SPT / CPT / DCPT tests and their correlations.
• Demonstrate the knowledge on open & pile foundations. SBC & Settlement calculations for open foundations, Axial & Lateral capacity of pile foundations.
• Dealing with collapsible / liquefiable / swelling / frost susceptible soils.
• Hands on experience in conducting / witness the pile load tests.
• Review and analysis of pile load test reports.
• Understanding the Geotechnical site issues and addressing them spontaneously.
• Working knowledge with MS office tools, developing the design tools.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills
• Working knowledge on LPILE.

Here are a few of our preferred experiences…

• Basic of idea of load transfer mechanism of various structural elements
• Knowledge on Staad.Pro, RISA or any FEM software
• Knowledge on International standards
• Middle East, African, Europe and Australia region experience
• Self-motivated team player
• Ability to prioritize and juggle multiple projects
• Programming languages VBA / Python
• Experience in the renewable industry is a plus

At Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation. Together, we’re building the foundation for the world’s next generation of clean energy infrastructure.