Senior Designer

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Designer for solar ground-mounted projects to lead the design and engineering of utility-scale and commercial solar PV systems. The candidate will be responsible for delivering optimized, cost-effective, and technically compliant designs while coordinating with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and layout of ground-mounted solar PV systems (fixed tilt / tracker-based)
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings including:
  • GA layouts
  • SLD (Single Line Diagrams)
  • Electrical layouts
  • Cable routing and trench layouts
• Perform plant design using tools such as PVsyst, AutoCAD, Helioscope, or equivalent
• Conduct site feasibility studies including shading analysis and terrain evaluation
• Optimize plant capacity, DC/AC ratio, and energy yield
• Coordinate with civil, structural, and electrical teams for integrated design
• Review and validate BOQs (Bill of Quantities) and technical specifications
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, DISCOM norms, and international standards
• Support tendering, proposal preparation, and technical documentation
• Provide design support during execution and commissioning stages
• Mentor junior designers and review their work

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering / PV Engineering / Renewable Energy Engineering
• Minimum 5–8 years of hands-on experience in design and engineering of large-scale solar PV projects, specifically ground-mounted systems (100 MW or above)
• Proven experience in at least one utility-scale solar PV plant with evacuation voltage of 66 kV or above
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Solar PV systems (utility-scale)
  • Electrical systems and grid connectivity
  • Structural considerations for mounting systems