Structural Engineering Manager
Application Deadline: February 9, 2023
Location: Victoria, British Columbia
Type: Hybrid
Position : Structural Engineering Manager
ABOUT CHARGE SOLAR
Charge Solar is dedicated to helping Canadians use solar electricity in their homes and businesses. With over 30 years of industry experience, we use our knowledge base and the best equipment available to provide quality energy solutions. Our systems are reliable, safe and durable. We have trained installers across the country and can ensure each of our projects delivers clean, reliable energy from the sun. Charge Solar is proud to be the largest Solar Distributor and System Designer in Canada with warehouses in Victoria, Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Toronto, Barrie, Montréal & Halifax.
WHY WORK WITH US?
At Charge Solar, we are passionate about delivering product excellence and we are driven by our mission of helping Canadians realize the power and potential of solar energy. You’ll be working with a tight-knit team of driven, curious, and laser-focused professionals who are pushing the envelope of scalable, sustainable and renewable solar energy solutions. We are proud to have cultivated a positive and supportive work environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential, and where collaboration and teamwork are celebrated. As a growing company with a rock solid brand in an emerging industry, Charge Solar makes a meaningful impact every single day, and every person on our team contributes to moving that needle forward.
Along with an inspiring mission and hard-working team of colleagues, we offer competitive base compensation, eligibility for performance bonuses, extended health and wellness benefits, paid vacation time, and endless opportunities for personal and professional development.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Structural Engineering Manager is a keystone role focused on all aspects of the product lifecycle for our Fast-Rack solar racking suite of products. With an eye on deadlines and ability to maintain progress on our roadmap for the product suite, this position is ultimately responsible for the team, product, and success of the division. To be effective in their role, the Structural Engineering Manager is a master collaborator. They will zoom out to focus on the needs of customers and ensure our marketing team is able to promote the products effectively, while simultaneously keeping a finger on the pulse of internal operations while working alongside team members to improve processes and ensure they are able to adapt to changes in the market
The Structural Engineering Manager will use their years of Management experience to lead the Racking Engineering team with confidence.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead team of internal mechanical engineers
Product Development Leadership;
○ Lead the development and all aspects of the product lifecycle for Charge Solar’s Fast-Rack solar racking suite of products
○ Create and maintain roadmap for product suite
○ Continuously improve internal design standards and practices
○ Collaborate with external certification bodies
○ Collaborate with customers to understand market needs or solar racking, including competitive positioning
Project Engineering Leadership;
○ Execute on and continuously improve project engineering workflows for site-specific solar racking ballast plans, racking load assessments, building assessments, etc.
○ Review and sign-off for internally generated mounting system designs
○ Building capacity assessments
○ Liaise with external engineering firms when required for site-specific design reviews and/or stamping
○ Coordinate Engineering Management Plan and licensing
Training;
○ Provide internal product training (technical and non-technical staff) directly or via engineers on the team
○ Partner with marketing to provide external product training and external thought leadership (e.g. blog articles)
QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE
● Product development leadership experience
● Professional Engineering designation in at least one province in Canada
● Minimum 10yrs engineering experience
● Minimum 2yrs functional management experience
● Must be self-motivated and exhibit excellent time management
● Must possess an attention to detail and strong organizational skills
● Practice excellent spoken and written communication and interpersonal skills
● Have proven proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Excel, Word and Powerpoint
● Preference given to candidates with solar industry experience
● Experience with CRM software is an asset
● Willing to work in a fast-paced environment
PERSONAL QUALITIES
● Authentic leadership style and the ability to connect with remote and local team members alike
● Enjoys working both collaboratively and independently
● Able to shift from technical to layman’s terms with ease
● High level of organization, attention to detail and time management
● Desire/aptitude to deepen knowledge of the solar energy industry
● Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on the company’s success
● Highly adept people management skills
● Great interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We are an equal opportunity employer and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment for employees from all walks of life. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or disability. We hire based on talent and we’re excited to hear what you will bring to our team!
HOW TO APPLY
To apply please send your resume and cover letter to careers@reimaginework.ca with the subject line “Charge Solar - Structural Engineering Manager Application - Your Name”. We are interviewing on a rolling basis so apply at your earliest convenience. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.