Electrical Engineer - Design & Engineering - Renewable Energy

About Our Client

Our client invests, develops, operates and manages renewable energy assets consisting of Solar, Wind, Battery Energy Storage.

• Conceptualize PV plants, including layout design and sizing of cables and equipment for both DC and AC systems.
• Prepare comprehensive documentation for DC and AC systems and other electrical works, including SCADA systems.
• Develop layout plans, single-line diagrams (SLDs), cable trench layouts, and other essential drawings.
• Conduct technical and quality assessments of PV modules.
• Review generation analyses in PVsyst, considering various technologies for PV modules and inverters.
• Perform energy yield assessments utilizing various weather datasets (SolarGIS, Meteonorm, 3-Tier) and considering different probability factors.
• Stay updated on relevant IEC standards for the design of solar plants and equipment.
• Finalize grid connection architecture in consultation with Distribution Network Operators (DNOs).
• Interact with OEMs to gather information on the latest available technologies and integrate them into the design for more efficient and economical PV plants.
• Collaborate with prospective EPC companies to finalize parameters, layouts, and quality aspects during the pre-bid stage.
• Review and approve designs and documents submitted by EPC contractors.
• Work on substation projects up to 110 kV.
• Provide technical support for the operation and maintenance of existing plants.
• Participate in EPC contract negotiations for solar PV projects.
• Prepare annexures and scopes of work for EPC contracts.
• Manage lender engineering for solar projects.
• Coordinate with EPC contractors to ensure optimized engineering practices that comply with industry standards and regulations.
• Ensure all designs and installations meet technical requirements and quality standards.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
• 8-12 years of total experience with a minimum of 5 years in solar plant design
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD) and PVsyst; experience with ETAP or any BESS analysis software is a plus
• Proficiency in CAD, PVsyst, and ETAP (or equivalent)
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to synthesize both engineering and business requirements
• Experience with project management tools such as MS Project, Wrike, or Smartsheet
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices for solar energy projects
• Understanding of civil and mechanical systems related to solar energy plants is a plus
• Proficient in MS Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Independent, self-motivated, and team-oriented, with excellent communication skills
• Effective time management, attention to detail, and an analytical mindset

What's on Offer

An exciting opportunity to play a key role in the design and engineering of significant renewable energy projects in a fast-growing company with a strong commitment to sustainable practices.