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We are looking for a highly skilled, experienced, and technically proficient Solar Energy Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate must have extensive hands-on experience in the complete lifecycle of solar energy projects, including system design, technical engineering, installation, testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and preventive and corrective maintenance.

This position requires a strong combination of electrical engineering knowledge, practical field experience, technical problem-solving capabilities, and project execution skills, with a particular focus on delivering high-quality, energy-efficient, and cost-effective renewable energy solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for residential, commercial, industrial, and large-scale applications.
• Conduct comprehensive site surveys and technical assessments to evaluate project feasibility and installation requirements.
• Analyze electrical loads, energy consumption patterns, and available solar radiation to determine the appropriate system capacity.
• Calculate system sizing, including PV module capacity, inverter ratings, battery storage requirements, and energy generation estimates.
• Prepare detailed engineering designs, technical drawings, single-line diagrams (SLD), electrical layouts, and installation plans.
• Design grid-connected, off-grid, and hybrid solar power systems.
• Evaluate shading analysis, panel orientation, tilt angles, and mounting configurations to maximize energy production.
• Select appropriate solar panels, inverters, batteries, protection devices, cables, mounting structures, and other electrical components.
• Prepare technical specifications, bills of quantities (BOQ), material submittals, and cost estimates.
• Utilize professional solar design and simulation software to assess system performance and optimize project efficiency.
• Supervise and coordinate the installation of solar PV systems in accordance with approved engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Oversee the installation of solar panels, mounting structures, inverters, battery systems, electrical panels, and associated components.
• Ensure proper installation of DC and AC cabling, grounding, earthing, lightning protection, and electrical safety systems.
• Inspect installation activities to ensure compliance with engineering standards, manufacturer recommendations, and project requirements.
• Coordinate with installation technicians, contractors, suppliers, and project teams to ensure smooth execution.
• Identify and resolve technical issues and installation challenges encountered during project implementation.
• Ensure that all installation activities are completed within the approved project schedule and budget.
• Perform inspection, testing, and commissioning of newly installed solar energy systems.
• Conduct electrical tests, including insulation resistance, continuity, polarity, and grounding measurements.
• Verify inverter configuration, protection settings, electrical connections, and system integration.
• Test battery storage systems, charge controllers, and energy management systems.
• Ensure proper synchronization and integration of solar systems with existing electrical networks and backup generators, where applicable.
• Verify system performance against approved design parameters and expected energy production.
• Prepare commissioning reports, test certificates, technical documentation, and handover reports.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for solar PV systems and related electrical equipment.
• Conduct routine inspections of solar panels, inverters, batteries, mounting structures, cables, connectors, and protection devices.
• Perform solar panel cleaning assessments and ensure appropriate cleaning procedures are followed.
• Inspect electrical connections, identify loose terminals, damaged cables, corrosion, and other potential technical faults.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot inverter failures, low power generation, battery malfunctions, and system performance issues.
• Perform corrective maintenance and coordinate necessary repairs and component replacements.
• Monitor system performance and identify operational abnormalities, energy losses, and efficiency degradation.
• Maintain maintenance records, inspection reports, equipment history, and technical service documentation.
• Recommend technical upgrades and system modifications to improve reliability and extend equipment lifespan.
• Monitor solar energy production through monitoring platforms and remote monitoring systems.
• Analyze actual energy generation against expected production and identify performance gaps.
• Evaluate system efficiency, performance ratio (PR), and energy yield.
• Investigate performance losses caused by shading, dust accumulation, equipment failures, temperature, or electrical faults.
• Prepare periodic technical and performance reports.
• Recommend solutions to improve energy efficiency, reduce operational costs, and maximize return on investment.
• Support the implementation of advanced renewable energy technologies and energy management solutions.
• Coordinate with project managers, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and internal engineering teams.
• Review technical submittals, material specifications, shop drawings, and installation method statements.
• Support procurement activities by evaluating technical offers and selecting suitable equipment and suppliers.
• Monitor project progress and ensure compliance with approved schedules, budgets, and quality requirements.
• Ensure adherence to applicable electrical regulations, solar energy standards, and occupational health and safety requirements.
• Prepare technical progress reports, project documentation, and recommendations for management.
• Provide technical guidance and support to installation and maintenance technicians.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, Power Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 3-5 years of practical experience in solar energy engineering, preferably covering design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing solar photovoltaic (PV) systems.
• Strong practical knowledge of grid-connected, off-grid, and hybrid solar systems.
• Hands-on experience with solar panels, inverters, lithium-ion batteries, energy storage systems, and electrical protection equipment.
• Solid understanding of electrical power distribution, AC/DC systems, grounding, earthing, and protection systems.
• Experience in site inspections, technical assessments, system troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
• Good knowledge of international electrical and solar energy standards, safety regulations, and quality requirements.

Technical Skills & Software Proficiency

• AutoCAD: Preparation and review of electrical drawings, layouts, and single-line diagrams.
• PVsyst: Solar PV system design, energy yield simulation, and performance analysis.
• Helioscope: Solar project design, layout optimization, and production modeling.
• PV*SOL: Solar system planning and simulation (an advantage).
• Microsoft Office: Technical reports, calculations, BOQs, and project documentation.
• Monitoring Platforms: Experience with inverter monitoring systems, data logging, and remote performance monitoring.

Professional Competencies

• Excellent technical and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles and renewable energy technologies.
• Ability to independently manage technical tasks and supervise field operations.
• Strong communication, coordination, and teamwork abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.
• Strong reporting, documentation, and technical presentation skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and committed to continuous professional development.