Professional Engineer - California License

The Big Picture The Professional Engineer (PE) specializing in structural engineering for solar projects plays a crucial role in ensuring that all installations are structurally sound, code-compliant, and optimized for safety and performance. The PE’s stamp serves as a legalassurance of designintegrity across rooftopsolar, ground-mounted systems, and building structures in the US market. What you can expectas Professional Engineer(Structural) Licensed Engineering at Illumine-i:

• Structural Design & Engineering
• You’ll lead structural design and analysisfor rooftop solar systems, ground-mounted solar structures, and residential & commercial buildings.
• You’ll develop and validate structural solutions including steel structures, ballast systems, and foundation design.
• Structural Analysis & Load Calculations
• You’ll perform detailed load calculations including wind, seismic, dead, and live loads in accordance with US standards.
• You’ll ensure structural integrity under varying environmental and site conditions.
• Design Review & Approval
• You’ll review, validate, and approve structural calculations and engineering drawings for solar and building projects.
• You’ll provide stamped engineering approvals ensuring compliance with all applicable codes.
• Code Compliance & Standards
• You’ll ensure adherence to US buildingcodes and standards such as IBC, ASCE, and relevant state/local regulations.
• You’ll validate designs against permitting and compliance requirements across jurisdictions.
• Documentation & Engineering Deliverables
• You’ll prepareand review engineering drawings, calculation packages,and compliance documentation.
• You’ll maintain high standards of accuracy and audit readiness in all submissions.
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• You’ll work closely with design, project management, and execution teams to ensure seamless delivery.
• You’ll coordinate with architects, developers, and contractors to resolve structural challenges.
• Risk Assessment & Structural Safety
• You’ll identify structural risks and propose optimized, safe, and cost-effective design solutions.
• You’ll ensure all designs meet safety, durability, and long-term performance standards.
• Permit & Regulatory Support
• You’ll supportpermitting processes by providing technicalclarifications and stampeddocumentation.
• You’ll engage with regulatory authorities to address design-related queries. Essential Qualifications include:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (Mandatory)
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) License – California (Mandatory)
• Proven experience in Structural Engineering
• Strong experience in solar (PV) structural design and buildingstructures (residential & commercial)
• Proven expertise in load analysis,steel structures, and foundation design
• Experience in preparing structural calculations, reviews,and stamping for US projects Technical Skills:
• Strong structural analysisand design capabilities
• In-depth understanding of wind/seismic load analysis and ballast design
• Familiarity with US codes: IBC, ASCE 7, IRC, NDS, AISI Software Proficiency:
• STAAD Pro
• RISA
• Enercalc
• Reserve (or similar structural analysis tools) Industry Experience Preferred:
• Solar Energy (PV systems)
• Structural consulting / steel structures Key Competencies:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to structural safety and compliance
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously