GameChange Solar (GCS), one of the largest US suppliers of solar racking and tracker systems, is seeking an experienced and strategic Engineering Director to lead our international project engineering function. We are looking for creative, intelligent, and driven professionals who want to make a positive impact on the planet. This role will drive the engineering strategy, execution excellence, and team development required to deliver utility-scale solar projects in Europe and Latam. The Engineering Director will oversee regional engineering teams, optimize design processes, and ensure high-quality, cost-effective solutions across all project phases to final construction delivery. This role will be based in our Madrid Office.
This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who combines strong technical depth with organizational leadership and a commercial mindset.
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JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Project Engineering Delivery
* Oversee and actively support engineering work across all project stages: preliminary design, detailed design, and construction documentation
* Review and validate structural calculations, drawings, and design packages to ensure accuracy and compliance
* Provide direct technical input on complex designs, challenging site conditions, and non-standard solutions
* Support resolution of engineering issues during project execution, including RFIs and site-related questions
2. Regional Team Management
* Manage and mentor a team of engineers across Europe and LATAM (including Engineering Managers and Project Engineers)
* Allocate resources across projects to ensure timely delivery
* Stay closely involved in day-to-day team output, quality, and timelines
* Support hiring and onboarding of engineers as regional workload grows
3. Design Quality & Standards
* Ensure all engineering deliverables meet applicable codes, standards, and company guidelines
* Maintain consistency in design approach, documentation, and calculation methods across regions
* Oversee QA/QC processes including peer reviews, drawing checks, and documentation validation
* Identify and address gaps in engineering quality early in the design process
4. Cross-Functional Coordination
* Work closely with Project Management, Field Operations, and Supply Chain teams to ensure designs are practical and buildable
* Communicate directly with clients, consultants, and permitting authorities when needed
* Support alignment between regional engineering teams and global product/design updates
6. Cost Efficiency & Design Optimization
* Propose and implement practical design improvements to reduce material usage and overall system cost
* Identify opportunities to improve efficiency in engineering workflows and turnaround time
* Apply lessons learned from past projects to continuously improve design approach
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JOB REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (Master’s is a plus)
* 8–12+ years of relevant engineering experience, with progressive team leadership responsibility
* Strong hands-on experience in structural design, solar racking/tracker systems, or similar EPC environments
* Proven ability to review engineering work in detail (calculations, drawings, layouts)
* Experience managing engineering teams while remaining close to execution
* Familiarity with regional codes and permitting requirements in Europe and/or LATAM
* Proficiency in AutoCAD and engineering analysis tools
* Strong problem-solving mindset and ability to work in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
PREFERRED:
* Experience in utility-scale solar projects
* Spanish or Portuguese language skills (for LATAM coordination)
* Experience working in multi-country or cross-regional teams