Solar Electrical Design Engineer – Solar PV

Title: Solar Electrical Design Engineer Location: Delhi Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent qualification. Experience: • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Solar PV electrical design and engineering. • Proven experience in ground-mounted, utility-scale Solar PV projects. • Hands-on experience in both pre-bid and detailed/post-bid engineering. • Experience with international solar projects and multiple grid codes will be an added advantage. Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Solar Electrical Design Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical design and engineering for ground-mounted, utility-scale Solar PV projects. Experience in both domestic and international projects will be an added advantage. The candidate will be responsible for independently managing electrical engineering activities from pre-bid engineering through detailed engineering, ensuring technically sound, cost-effective, optimized, and compliant design solutions. The role requires strong technical expertise, analytical skills, and the ability to coordinate effectively with clients, consultants, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and optimize electrical designs for utility-scale Solar PV plants, including DC/AC systems, inverter configuration, MV collection systems, and grid interconnection. • Prepare and review Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), electrical layouts, cable routing, equipment layouts, and electrical schematics. • Perform electrical design calculations, including DC/AC/MV cable sizing, voltage drop, fuse and protection sizing, transformer and switchgear sizing, short-circuit and load-flow studies, reactive power, power factor, electrical losses, earthing, and lightning protection. • Prepare technical specifications, datasheets, and design documentation for major electrical equipment. • Review vendor technical offers, drawings, datasheets, and deviations, and prepare technical evaluation reports and comparison sheets. • Support pre-bid engineering activities, including tender/RFP review, technical clarifications, preliminary design, equipment sizing, and electrical BOM/BOQ preparation. • Identify technical risks, design optimization opportunities, and cost implications during bidding and engineering stages. • Coordinate with Civil, Mechanical, Structural, SCADA, Procurement, and Project teams to ensure effective multidisciplinary design integration. • Participate in client and consultant meetings, present technical solutions, resolve engineering queries, and drive technical issues to closure. • Ensure compliance with applicable IEC, IEEE, NEC/NFPA standards, local regulations, grid codes, and project-specific requirements. • Conduct design reviews, quality checks, and technical assessments to ensure accuracy and timely delivery of engineering deliverables. • Review and close client, consultant, and vendor comments within agreed project timelines. Qualifications and Experience: • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent qualification. • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Solar PV electrical design and engineering. • Proven experience in ground-mounted, utility-scale Solar PV projects. • Hands-on experience in both pre-bid and detailed/post-bid engineering. • Strong understanding of solar plant electrical systems, equipment selection, protection systems, and grid interconnection requirements. • Experience with international solar projects and multiple grid codes will be an added advantage. Technical Skills: • Strong knowledge of Solar PV electrical system design, engineering, and optimization. • Proficiency in preparing SLDs, electrical layouts, cable schedules, equipment specifications, and design calculations. • Working knowledge of electrical design and study tools such as ETAP, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSCAD, or CYMCAP will be preferred. • Good understanding of transformers, inverters, MV switchgear, protection relays, cables, earthing, and lightning protection systems. • Knowledge of applicable international standards, grid compliance requirements, and project specifications. • Ability to review technical documents, evaluate vendor offers, and prepare electrical BOQs and technical comparison reports. Desired Attributes: • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. • Excellent technical communication, documentation, and presentation skills. • Ability to independently manage engineering activities and deliverables. • Strong client, consultant, and vendor coordination skills. • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines. • Detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to quality and engineering excellence. • Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and teamwork. Key Competencies: • Utility-Scale Solar PV Electrical Design • Pre-Bid and Detailed Engineering • Electrical Design Calculations and Studies • Technical Specifications and Vendor Evaluation • Grid Interconnection and Compliance • Electrical BOQ/BOM Preparation • Multidisciplinary Coordination • Client and Consultant Management Skills: digsilent , solar industry , solar systems , solar panel , solar power , solar pv , Boq, Design, Electrical Design, Etap, Solar, Renewable Energy, Design Calculations, Solar Energy, Sld, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Design Experience: 5.00-10.00 Years