Project Engineer - PV - Renewable Energy

ILF Consulting Engineers; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Discipline Engineer to assist in developing photovoltaic systems and related renewable energy projects. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience, proficiency in engineering software, and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include supporting project managers in design development, monitoring project progress, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This role promises a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2 – 3 years experience in a discipline engineer role.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, circuit design, and energy storage systems.
• Able to work independently as well as in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager in developing FEED and detailed design for photovoltaic systems.
• Attend internal and external project meetings and prepare Minutes of Meetings.
• Monitor work in progress and prepare weekly reports on status.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Client management

Time management

Detail-oriented

Tools

AutoCAD

PVsyst

Excel

Word

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Job description

Assists Project Manager / TL in developing FEED and

Detailed Design for photovoltaic systems, solar energy

projects, battery energy storage systems or related renewable

energy projects.

Attends internal and external project meetings and assists in

the preparation of Minutes of Meetings.

Participate in Project meetings and review workshops.

Monitors work in progress and prepares weekly reports of the

status of each assignment.

Ensure project deliverables are submitted as per planned

schedule.

Ensure interfaces / requirements between all disciplines are

incorporated where required, to achieve objectives.

Support in progress reports in coordination with the Project

services team.

Interpret clients’ requirements and effectively communicate

with the team.

Monitor compliance to applicable codes, practices, QA / QC

procedures, performance standards and specifications.

Cooperate and communicate effectively with the project

manager and other project participants to provide assistance

and technical support.

Evaluate, organize and prioritise workload within a schedule

Able to demonstrate sufficient technical knowledge and

awareness of details to be able to recognize the identification

of technical problems and to initiate appropriate corrective

actions.

Familiarise with industry software and tools used for

photovoltaic system design, such as PVsyst, Helioscope, or

equivalent.

Stay updated on industry advancements, emerging

technologies, and best practices to enhance the company’s

competitive edge in the photovoltaic sector

Seek guidance on areas beyond technical knowledge and

manage the implementation of solutions.

Support in the preparation of proposals (tendering).

Attends all the company-organized training courses when

invited.

Be aware of and obey the Company Health, Safety and

Environmental, and Quality rules & perform the activities as

per IMS.

Qualification

Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation

skills.

Proficiency in AutoCAD, PV design software (PVSyst), BESS

2 – 3 years experience in a discipline engineer role

Strong knowledge of electrical systems, circuit design, power electronics, and energy storage systems.

Problem-solving and Client Management Skills

Mature, proactive and well organised

Systematic and able to work well under pressure

Excellent Time Management skills

Detail-oriented, dependable and trustworthy.

Meticulous and able to follow through with tasks promptly

Able to work independently as well as in a team

Ability to work with different disciplines and cultures

Proficient in Excel and Word

Basic MS Project and Primavera skills