Executive - Design & Engineering

Vikram Solar; West Bengal; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Vikram Solar seeks a Solar PV Design Engineer to optimize configurations, perform site analyses, and prepare design deliverables for rooftop and utility-scale projects.

You will leverage PVsyst/Helioscope for yield forecasts, ensure DISCOM compliance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE).
• Optional: Renewable Energy Engineering; strong focus on solar design is valued.
• Post-Graduation (optional): M.Tech in Renewable Energy or Power Systems.

Responsibilities

• Optimal configuration selection considering site constraints for max energy generation.
• Perform energy generation forecasts using PV design tools.
• Prepare SLDs, wiring diagrams, and cable schedules for project handover.
• Coordinate with procurement, site teams, and QA/QC during execution.

Skills

PV design

System sizing

Tilt analysis

Grid interconnection

Regulatory knowledge

Education

BE/BTech in Electrical / EEE

Renewable Energy Engineering (optional)

M.Tech in Renewable Energy/Power Systems (advantage)

Tools

PVsyst

Helioscope

AutoCAD

Job description

Description

Strategic

• Optimal Configuration Selection: Recommending system designs that balance site constraints (shadow, tilt, orientation) with maximum energy generation.
• Technological Integration: Leveraging industry-standard software (PVsyst, AutoCAD) to provide accurate long-term energy generation forecasts.
• Regulatory Alignment: Ensuring all designs strictly adhere to DISCOM requirements and local standards to mitigate legal and operational risks.
• Feasibility Insight: Providing the high-level technical assessment that determines whether a project is viable for the company to pursue.

Financial

• BOQ Preparation: Developing the Bill of Quantities to provide accurate cost estimations and prevent budget overruns during procurement.
• System Sizing & Performance Analysis: Maximizing the "yield-to-cost" ratio by selecting the right inverter, string, and cable sizes to minimize energy loss.
• Asset Protection: Designing earthing and lightning protection systems to safeguard the financial investment from environmental damage.
• Efficiency Simulation: Using performance analysis to justify project ROI to stakeholders or clients.

Process

• Standardized Documentation: Preparing SLDs, wiring diagrams, and cable schedules to ensure a smooth transition from design to construction.
• Technical Validation: Conducting short-circuit, load flow, and voltage drop analyses to verify the safety and stability of the engineering process.
• Site Surveys: Managing the standardized procedure for site assessment and feasibility studies.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Acting as the technical bridge between procurement and execution teams to resolve on-site issues and support commissioning.

People

• Enable capability development of self by overseeing implementation of appropriate systems and policies
• Actively participate in HR initiatives to drive overall employee engagement and motivation
• Training & Development - 24 Hours/Year

InternalInterfaces

• Sales & Business Development
• Procurement/Supply Chain
• Project Management & Execution
• Finance Team

ExternalInterfaces

• Clients/Customers
• DISCOMs & Electrical Inspectors
• Vendors & Manufacturers

F.RoleRequirements/Specifications

DesiredQualifications

• Primary Degree: A Bachelor’s degree (B.E./B.Tech) in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE) is standard, as the core of the role involves AC/DC design and power systems.
• Secondary Option: A degree in Renewable Energy Engineering or Civil/Mechanical Engineering (provided there is a strong focus on structural design or solar technology).
• Post-Graduation (Optional): An M.Tech in Renewable Energy or Power Systems can be a significant advantage for utility-scale roles.

DesiredExperience

• 3 to 6 years of core experience in Solar PV design.
• Project Variety: Hands-on experience across different segments:
• Rooftop: Commercial, Industrial (C&I), and Residential net-metering.
• Utility-Scale/Ground-Mounted: Large-capacity plants (MW scale), involving complex terrain and transmission line design.
• Segment Exposure: Knowledge of EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) workflows is highly valued, as it shows the candidate understands how designs translate into real-world builds.
• Proven track record of generating bankable energy yield reports using PVsyst and Helioscope.

Knowledge&Skills

• Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Principles: Deep understanding of how sunlight converts to electricity, including the impact of irradiance, temperature coefficients, and degradation.
• Electrical Engineering Fundamentals: Mastery of Ohm’s Law, power factor, AC/DC circuit theory, and the mechanics of transformers and switchgears.
• System Components: In-depth knowledge of the latest technology in Bifacial vs. Monofacial modules, String vs. Central inverters, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Regulatory & Safety Standards: Knowledge of national and international codes (e.g., IEC, NEC, IS) and local DISCOM regulations for net-metering and grid-interconnection.
• Geographical & Structural Constraints: Understanding of tilt, azimuth, shadow analysis, and wind-loading requirements for mounting structures.