Engineering Lead

Sharaf DG LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading solar energy company in Dubai seeks a Senior Solar PV Expert to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage solar project designs. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of DEWA regulations and proficiency in design tools. Responsibilities include overseeing diverse engineering operations, managing client interactions, and contributing to business development efforts. This role is crucial for strategic growth within the solar PV industry.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team in engineering and execution.
• Oversee the full‑cycle design process for solar PV systems.
• Manage client interactions and support cross‑functional coordination.

Skills

Solar design and simulation tools

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, or related Engineering discipline

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

PVsyst

SketchUp

SolarEdge Designer

Job description

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.

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 detailed IFC drawings for the construction team.

Coordinate and prepare re‑line 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.

Projects & Construction Management

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

Support the PM for cross‑functional coordination between engineering, procurement, construction, and operations teams.

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, Electronics, 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.