Engineering Lead

Sharaf DG; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading solar energy company in Dubai is seeking an Engineering Lead to oversee a multidisciplinary team and manage the design and execution of solar PV systems. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and have significant experience in the solar PV sector, positioning the company as a leader in innovative solutions in energy. Competitive compensation and a commitment to professional development are provided.

Qualifications

• Certified as a Senior Solar PV Expert by Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA).
• Proven experience in a senior technical role in the solar PV industry.
• In-depth knowledge of DEWA regulations and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Oversee the full-cycle design process for solar PV systems.
• Manage client interactions to ensure alignment on deliverables.

Skills

Solar design and simulation tools

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Master’s degree

Tools

AutoCAD

PVsyst

MS Project

Job description

Engineering Lead Jobs in Dubai, UAE

Job Description

1. Leadership & Team Development

Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team including design engineers, structural engineers, CAD drafters, site/project engineers, Document controllers etc.

• Drive a culture of excellence, continuous learning, and innovation within the engineering and execution teams.
• Identify skill gaps and implement structured training programs for team development.
• Report regularly to senior management with updates on performance, efficiency, and improvement opportunities.
• Foster effective collaboration between engineering, operations, and business functions.

1. Engineering & Design Management

• Oversee the full-cycle design process for commercial, industrial, and residential solar PV systems (Rooftop, Carport and ground-mounted).
• Manage technical feasibility studies, conceptual design, detailed engineering, and design validation as per site conditions, prepare detailed BOM and BOQ for construction.
• Lead solar resource modeling using PVsyst and related tools to generate accurate energy yield assessments.
• Review electrical, structural, and civil designs to ensure code compliance, bankability, and optimization.
• Coordinate with OEMs (modules, inverters, racking) for solution customization and technology evaluation.
• Maintain quality standards and deliverables in line with DEWA and other authority requirements.
• Conduct equipment evaluation including technical spec. comparisons, warranty reviews, and compatibility analysis.
• Prepare in detail IFC drawings for construction team.
• Coordinate and prepare reline drawings to validate as-built drawings against modeling assumptions and prepare milestone completion certificates.
• Review operational data from live projects to assess performance against projections and recommend corrective actions.
• Lead the development of technical proposals and bid documentation.

1. Projects & Construction Management

Manage client interactions, ensuring clear communication and alignment on technical deliverables.

• Support PM for cross-functional coordination between engineering, procurement, construction, and operations teams.

1. Business Development & Strategic Initiatives

Collaborate with sales and business development teams in preparing proposals, technical pitches, and feasibility reports.

• Represent the engineering function at industry events, client meetings, and technical forums.
• Contribute to strategic growth by streamlining engineering workflows, introducing automation tools, and improving design-to-execution handovers.
• Support marketing efforts by contributing to case studies, presentations, and thought leadership material.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, and key stakeholders to position the company as a technical leader in the solar space.

Requirements

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Certified as a Senior Solar PV Expert by Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA).
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, or related Engineering discipline; Master’s degree preferred
• Proven experience in a senior technical role such as Design Manager, or equivalent within the solar PV industry.
• Strong proficiency in solar design and simulation tools, including AutoCAD, SketchUp, PVsyst, Helioscope, SolarEdge Designer, and HOMER.
• In-depth knowledge of DEWA and other local authority regulations, as well as industry best practices for EPC execution and O&M in solar PV systems.
• Skilled in project planning and management software such as MS Project, Primavera, or other equivalent CRM platforms.
• Demonstrated strength in leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and stakeholder engagement.