Application Guide
How to Apply for Senior Structural Engineer
at SB Energy DevCo (US) Inc.
🏢 About SB Energy DevCo (US) Inc.
SB Energy DevCo is a leader in renewable energy with a tangible impact, currently powering over 330,000 homes and creating thousands of jobs to combat climate change. What makes them unique is their dual focus on large-scale renewable projects and innovative technology adoption, positioning them at the forefront of the clean energy transition in the U.S.
About This Role
This Senior Structural Engineer role involves conducting design reviews, feasibility assessments, and value engineering specifically for utility-scale solar projects. The position is impactful because you'll ensure structural integrity, cost efficiency, and compliance while directly contributing to expanding renewable energy infrastructure that combats climate change.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day involves reviewing solar project structural designs using RISA or ETABS, coordinating with internal teams on design approvals, analyzing geotechnical reports for new project sites, and conducting value engineering assessments to optimize structural solutions for cost and performance. You'll likely participate in project meetings with cross-functional teams and evaluate new structural technologies for potential adoption in upcoming solar installations.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who SB Energy DevCo (US) Inc. Is Looking For
- A licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with 8+ years in structural engineering, including at least 2 years specifically in utility-scale solar projects
- Proficient in structural analysis software like RISA, SAP2000, ETABS, AutoCAD, Revit, and Lpile with demonstrated experience applying them to renewable energy projects
- Has deep knowledge of U.S. building codes and standards as applied to solar infrastructure, plus experience reviewing geotechnical and environmental reports
- Demonstrates experience in value engineering and technology reviews to optimize solar project designs for cost, efficiency, and reliability
📝 Tips for Applying to SB Energy DevCo (US) Inc.
Quantify your utility-scale solar experience - specify project sizes (MW), types (ground-mount, tracking systems), and your specific structural contributions
Highlight your PE license prominently and mention any additional certifications related to renewable energy or solar design
Demonstrate your software proficiency by listing specific projects where you used RISA, SAP2000, ETABS, or Lpile for solar structural analysis
Showcase experience with value engineering in solar projects - mention specific cost savings or efficiency improvements you achieved
Reference SB Energy's specific projects or initiatives to show you've researched their work in renewable energy development
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
["Your direct experience with utility-scale solar structural design and how it aligns with SB Energy's renewable energy mission", "Specific examples of value engineering you've performed on solar projects that reduced costs while maintaining structural integrity", 'Your approach to coordinating with multiple stakeholders during design reviews, which is crucial for this role', 'How your experience with geotechnical and environmental report analysis has informed successful solar project feasibility assessments']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → SB Energy's current and completed solar projects in the U.S. - understand their scale, locations, and technologies used
- → The company's specific renewable energy initiatives and climate goals mentioned in their public communications
- → Their approach to technology adoption and innovation in renewable energy projects
- → Recent news about SB Energy's partnerships, funding, or expansion plans in the U.S. market
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying without clearly demonstrating the required 2+ years of utility-scale solar experience - this is non-negotiable
- Failing to highlight your PE license or providing vague descriptions of your structural analysis software proficiency
- Submitting generic applications that don't reference renewable energy or solar-specific structural engineering experience
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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