Electrical Engineer– Solar

Responsibilities

• Supervise electrical installation activities for solar PV projects.
• Execute HT/LT electrical works, including cable laying, termination, and testing.
• Coordinate the installation of solar modules, string inverters, central inverters, transformers, RMUs, HT/LT panels, SCBs, DCDBs, ACDBs, and switchgear.
• Review electrical drawings, single-line diagrams (SLDs), layouts, and BOQs before execution.
• Coordinate with civil, mechanical, QA/QC, procurement, and commissioning teams to ensure smooth project execution.
• Monitor daily site progress and prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports.
• Verify material availability and coordinate with the store and procurement teams.
• Ensure all electrical works comply with project specifications, IEC, IS, CEA, and client standards.
• Supervise cable tray installation, earthing systems, lightning protection systems, and cable routing.
• Support testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and grid synchronization activities.
• Identify and resolve technical issues during project execution.
• Ensure compliance with EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) requirements and company safety procedures.
• Attend project review meetings and provide technical updates to management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (B.E./B.Tech) or Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
• 2–5 years of experience in solar EPC, renewable energy, or electrical infrastructure projects.

Skills

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of utility-scale and rooftop solar PV systems.
• Understanding of HT/LT electrical systems and switchgear.
• Familiarity with transformers, RMUs, inverters, protection systems, and SCADA.
• Ability to read and interpret SLDs, electrical layouts, and schematic drawings.
• Knowledge of IEC, IS, CEA, and electrical safety standards.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Office, and project documentation.

Behavioral Skills

• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Good communication and coordination abilities.
• Teamwork and leadership at the site level.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work under project deadlines.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timely completion of electrical installation activities.
• Compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Zero major electrical safety incidents.
• Achievement of project milestones within schedule.
• Effective coordination with cross-functional teams.
• Successful testing, commissioning, and grid synchronization.