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.
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
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