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Planet Farms, founded in 2018 in Milan, is a leading vertical farming company. It is currently present in the main distribution chains with its line of salads and pesto. The company is in strong development in Italy and abroad and today the Planet Farmers work at the production plant - the brand new Cirimido Plant (Como, Italy), at the R&D Center on the outskirts of Milan, as well as at offices in Italy (Milan), Portugal (Coimbra), the United Kingdom (London)
Position Title: Civil & Structural Engineer
Department: Tech Company / Engineering
Location: Cirimido (CO) / Milan
Type of Contract: Permanent – full time
Position Summary
We are seeking a talented Civil & Structural Engineer to join our Tech division. In this role, you will lead civil, structural, and infrastructure design for our next-generation vertical farming facilities. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams (automation, MEP, agronomy, and process) to design resilient, efficient, and sustainable industrial structures, cleanrooms, and automated racking systems, overseeing projects from preliminary layout to construction supervision.
Key Responsibilities
Structural & Civil Design: Lead the structural engineering, sizing, and design of industrial buildings, foundations, high-bay automated racking systems, and technical mezzanines tailored to indoor vertical farming environments.
Layout & Infrastructure Integration: Coordinate building layouts with process and MEP requirements, ensuring seamless integration between civil works, industrial cleanrooms, logistics flows, and HVAC/piping equipment.
Technical Documentation: Produce detailed architectural, civil, and structural calculation reports, 2D/3D technical drawings, and BIM models compliant with relevant building codes (Eurocodes, NTC) and safety standards.
Permitting & Compliance: Prepare technical packages for municipal permits, environmental authorizations, and building regulations; liaise with external design bureaus, surveyors, and local authorities.
Site & Construction Support: Provide technical oversight during civil construction phases, managing structural inspections, quality control, contractor alignment, and project timelines.
Continuous Innovation: Research cost-effective, modular, and sustainable materials and civil engineering techniques to optimize CAPEX, energy performance, and construction speed across international expansion sites.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Educational Background: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering, Structural Engineering, or Building Engineering (Ingegneria Civile / Edile).
Professional Licensing: Professional qualification/licensing (Abilitazione all’esercizio della professione) is considered a strong plus.
Experience: 3–5+ years of experience in structural calculation and civil design for industrial plants, logistics hubs, or steel structures.
Industry Experience: Background in industrial engineering, EPC projects, prefabricated structures, or automated warehouses is highly preferred.
Technical Expertise:
Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD (AutoCAD, Revit/BIM software).
Proficiency in structural calculation software (e.g., SAP2000, Midas, Straus7, Pro_SAP, or equivalent).
Deep understanding of structural standards, steel design, reinforced concrete, seismic design, and soil mechanics.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Languages: Fluency in Italian and English (spoken and written).
Soft Skills
Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving skills under complex technical constraints.
Excellent communication and cross-functional coordination skills, bridging civil infrastructure with automated process needs.
Flexibility and capability to manage multiple project streams simultaneously across different phases.
Proactive attitude, precision, and passion for sustainable, future-oriented technologies.
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: €38,000 – €45,000 Gross Annual Salary (commensurate with candidate seniority and experience).
Contract & Benefits: National Collective Bargaining Agreement Commercio; Supplementary Health Insurance, and corporate benefits package.
Planet Farms is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, pregnancy status, nationality, age, or disability, celebrating individual differences and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Our commitment to non-discrimination applies to all stages of the employment relationship, including hiring, training, compensation, promotion, and termination.