Design Head - Solar EPC

Apollo Green Energy Limited; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 7,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Apollo Green Energy Limited seeks a senior engineering leader to design and oversee solar EPC projects in India. You will guide electrical, civil, and structural designs, ensure compliance with grid codes, and mentor a multi-disciplinary team.

The role requires deep PV design knowledge, strong leadership, and the ability to optimize for cost, safety, and performance across diverse projects.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in solar EPC design and engineering.
• Experience leading design teams and mentoring engineers.
• Deep knowledge of solar PV design, electrical systems, and relevant software.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage the design and engineering team.
• Ensure cross-department collaboration (project management, procurement, construction).
• Oversee preparation of detailed designs for solar PV projects (electrical, civil, structural).
• Perform design calculations including sizing of PV systems, inverters, cables, and transformers.
• Ensure designs adhere to local and international standards and grid code requirements.
• Optimize system designs for cost, performance, and efficiency.
• Review and approve all project designs before submission for quality and performance.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.
• Collaborate with QA to implement design improvements from project feedback.
• Work with project managers to align timelines and deliverables.
• Engage with clients to understand technical requirements for designs.
• Coordinate with vendors to evaluate new technologies and materials.
• Drive innovation to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Evaluate new tools and technologies to improve the design process.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Electrical or Civil Engineering, Renewable Energy

Tools

PVsyst

AutoCAD

Helioscope

Job description

• Lead, mentor, and manage the design and engineering team.
• Ensure smooth collaboration between various departments including project management, procurement, and construction.
• Oversee the preparation of detailed designs for solar PV projects, including electrical, civil, and structural layouts.
• Perform design calculations including sizing of PV systems, inverters, cables, and transformers.
• Ensure designs adhere to local and international standards, as well as grid code requirements.
• Optimize system designs for cost, performance, and efficiency.
• Review and approve all project designs before submission to ensure they meet quality and performance standards.
• Ensure that all designs comply with applicable regulations and safety standards.
• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to implement design improvements based on project feedback.
• Work closely with project managers to align on project timelines and ensure design deliverables are met.
• Engage with clients to understand their technical requirements and incorporate them into designs.
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to evaluate new technologies and materials for solar projects.
• Drive innovation in solar system design and suggest improvements for enhancing efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Evaluate new tools, software, and technologies to improve the design process.

Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in solar EPC design and engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Deep knowledge of solar PV design, electrical systems, and relevant software (e.g., PVsyst, AutoCAD, Helioscope).
• Experience in both ground-mount and rooftop solar projects.
• Strong understanding of local and international electrical codes, grid standards, and regulations.
• Proven track record in optimizing designs for performance, cost, and safety.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver on tight deadlines.
• Able to travel & provide site‑specific solutions.
• Willing to learn & implement knowledge in new technologies.