Civil Specialist (renewable energy)

Date: Dec 1, 2025

Company: Zelestra

Zelestra

Location

Rome, Italy

About Us

Zelestra (formerly Solarpack) is a multinational platform fully focused on multi-technology renewables with a vertically integrated business model focused large-scale renewable projects in rapidly growing markets across Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and Africa.

Headquartered in Spain, Zelestra has more than 1.000 employees worldwide and is backed by EQT, one of three largest funds in the world with $200B in assets.

At Zelestra we aim to be a solid and solvent company, capable of executing quality and valuable projects for the society and the environment.

Therefore, we maintain a firm commitment to contribute directly to the social development of the communities and markets in which we operate, not only through the creation of economic value, but also through the generation of quality employment and through the social projects we promote.

Our purpose is to change the world by making decarbonization a reality for our partners.

Mission

Contribute in the development, definition and coordination of civil engineering associated with the design of renewable plants under development and construction.

Responsibilities

Design civil works, earthworks and structures in engineering projects (Photovoltaic, BESS, Underground cables and Substations) at any stage, including the preparation of bids and technical management of the purchases of any structure to be installed in the projects.
Contracting and monitoring of geotechnical surveys hydrological studies and driving Tests
Analyzing and interpreting geotechnical, hydrological, topographical studies and driving Tests.
Pre-designing the different elements of civil works during the tender phase.
Designing the implementation of structures and trackers, designing the earthworks, hydraulic infrastructures and accesses, designing the foundations of Photovoltaic, BESS, Underground cables and Substations components.
Preparing technical speciﬁcation for the request for tender and/or contracting the civil works.
Supervising and monitoring the technical solution of civil works of the assigned projects in execution
Coordinating with the different engineering areas and with the technical project managers the engineering needs and delivery requirements.
Attending meetings with clients and suppliers on engineering matters under his/her responsibility established in the project quality plans.
Collaborating in the fulfillment of the objectives and goals of QHSE established by the company.
Knowing and complying with the regulations, manuals and procedures that affect their work.
Ensure the quality of the work delivered.

Job Requirements

Master’s Degree in Industrial Engineering / Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering
5+ years of experience in engineering companies developing similar functions in the area of renewable energy (photovoltaic plants, solar thermal, biomass, wind, etc.)
Native in Italian is required.
Advanced level of English (minimum C1 level, written and spoken) is required.
We are looking for someone with proactivity, independence, curiosity, and a dynamic mindset.

What we offer

Zelestra isn't just a workplace; it is a place to embrace new challenges that will push you to the next level. You’ll get the opportunity to grow, learn and evolve.
You will be part of a winning, high performing team and work hand in hand with top-tech clients.
Contract type: Permanent (tempo indeterminato).
Full-time position.
Smart working: two days per week.
A competitive remuneration that includes medical insurance and meal vouchers.

Zelestra celebrates the diversity of thought and experience that comes from a variety of backgrounds including, but not limited to, gender, age, ethnicity...

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Let's co-build a carbon-free tomorrow!

Visit us at zelestra.energy