Civil Engineer – LEO Satellite Gateway Infrastructure

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Europe.

📋 Description

• Direct civil and structural engineering design for antenna foundations, equipment pads, radomes, and associated site infrastructure.

• Carry out seismic and wind load evaluations for antenna systems and their supporting structures, ensuring compliance with relevant design standards.

• Perform viewshed and horizon assessments to confirm line-of-sight and sky visibility requirements.

• Supervise geotechnical investigations, which include soil characterization, bearing capacity evaluation, and foundation optimization.

• Evaluate and validate anchor configurations, structural interfaces, and load transfer systems.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure civil designs are aligned with system and deployment specifications.

• Assess third-party engineering outputs for quality, precision, and compliance with specifications.

• Assist in permitting, zoning, and regulatory approval processes associated with site development.

• Oversee construction activities and contractors to guarantee adherence to design, safety, and scheduling standards.

• Execute site inspections and quality assurance evaluations for concrete works, anchoring systems, and overall site readiness.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or an equivalent qualification is required.

• An advanced degree or professional licensure is preferred.

• At least 5–8 years of experience in civil or structural engineering related to infrastructure or industrial facilities.

• Experience in supporting satellite ground stations, telecommunications facilities, or large antenna systems.

• Understanding of lightning protection, grounding, and resilient site design principles.

• Familiarity with construction methodologies across various geographic regions and climates.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple sites, vendors, or projects simultaneously.

• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills within cross-functional teams.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Capability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic, multi-project environment.

• Keen attention to detail to ensure precision in designs and documentation.

• Proficiency in structural and civil analysis software (e.g., industry-standard modeling and calculation tools).

• Familiarity with geotechnical and site analysis tools, including viewshed and horizon analysis applications.

• Competence in computer-aided design (CAD) and documentation software.

• Experience with collaboration and project management platforms.

🏝️ Benefits

• This job description may not encompass all duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee periodically, or the scope of the job may change as business needs require.