Job Description – Design engineer

Position: Design
engineer Location(s): Bangalore Reporting To: Head – Sales / CEO

Experience Required: 8-10 years in Solar Power Plant EPC / Renewable Energy / Utility Scale, C&I
Projects

Role Overview

The Solar Design
Engineer is responsible for designing, analysing, and optimising solar (PV)
systems for residential, commercial, and utility-scale projects. This role involves system layout design, electrical engineering, performance modelling, and code compliance while
working closely with sales, project management, procurement, and construction
teams to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective solar solutions. The candidate will be responsible for end-to-end
system design, technical analysis, and ensuring compliance with industry
standards and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

·        Design solar PV systems
including module layout, inverter selection, string sizing, single-line
diagrams, DC/AC cable sizing and MMS.

·        Design HT/LT electrical systems
and transformer yard for projects ranging from kW to MW scale.

·        Ensure compliance with
applicable IEC, IS, and utility standards and regulations.

·        Strong understanding of DC/AC
systems, LT/HT electrical design, and transformer yard/substation fundamentals.

·        Knowledge of net metering, open
access regulations, and grid interconnection requirements.

·        Conduct site assessments using
construction drawings, satellite imagery, and shading analysis tools.

·        Perform energy yield
assessments and system performance simulations using PVsyst.

·        Prepare engineering drawings,
calculations, BOM, Costing Sheet and technical documentation for permitting,
approvals, and construction.

·        Support interconnection
applications and coordinate with utility authorities as required.

·        Review structural and
electrical constraints and collaborate with structural engineering teams where
necessary.

·        Work closely with sales and
project teams to optimize system cost, performance, and constructibility.

·        Provide technical support
during installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting phases.

·        Stay updated with emerging
solar technologies, industry trends, and best practices.

·        Proficient in PVsyst and
AutoCAD.

Requirements

Candidate Profile

·        Education:            BE Electrical Engineering / Renewable Energy
or related field.

                              Master’s degree (preferred but not mandatory).

·        Experience:

o    8–10 years of experience in solar PV system design

o    Proficiency in solar design and modelling software

·        Skills:

·        Solar PV system design and optimization

·        Electrical engineering and code compliance

·        Energy modelling and performance analysis

·        Cross-functional collaboration

·        Technical documentation and reporting

·        Attention to detail and quality assurance

Benefits