Project Engineer

Sun360; India; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun360 in Goa is seeking a Solar Rooftop Project Engineer to lead the installation and commissioning of rooftop systems. You will create a Balance of Systems (BOS), manage installation teams, supervise pre-commissioning, and ensure readiness for net metering while maintaining strict quality controls throughout the process.

The role involves coordinating with design and engineering, optimizing BOS designs for efficiency and cost, and mentoring new site supervisors.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in rooftop solar projects.
• Strong technical and electrical system exposure.
• Experience leading teams and managing projects.
• Exposure to end-to-end solar EPC operations.
• Interest in Goa's clean energy transition.

Responsibilities

• Create a Balance of Systems (BOS) for rooftop solar installations.
• Develop BOS plans covering panels, inverters, mounting, wiring.
• Collaborate with design/engineering to align BOS with specs.
• Optimize BOS designs to improve efficiency and control costs.
• Coordinate with warehouse to flag material shortfalls early.
• Onboard and manage INC teams; provide guidance and training.
• Lead INC teams daily and escalate issues to project manager.
• Daily monitoring and reporting using templates.
• Train site supervisors joining the INC teams.
• Oversee electrical connections on AC/DC sides.
• Work with electricians to wire, ground, interconnect components.
• Troubleshoot pre-commissioning issues and submit commissioning report before Net Metering.

Skills

Rooftop solar

Electrical systems

Leadership

Team management

Renewable energy

EPC operations

Job description

At Sun360, we're leading Goa's solar energy revolution, driving the mass adoption of renewable energy across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. Since 2013, we've delivered over 15 MW of solar installations and played a key role in shaping Goa's Solar Policy.

We're on a mission to make clean energy accessible, sustainable, and transformative for communities while offering cutting-edge technology and seamless services from consultation to installation and maintenance.

Position Overview :

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Solar Rooftop Project Engineer responsible for the successful installation & commissioning of rooftop systems. Your primary focus will be the creation of a balance of systems, managing installation teams, overseeing pre-commissioning & ensuring projects are ready for net metering, and maintaining stringent quality controls throughout the process.

Responsibilities :

• 1. Create a Balance of Systems (BOS)
• - Develop a comprehensive and detailed balance of systems (BOS) plans for rooftop solar installations, encompassing solar panels, inverters, mounting structures, wiring, and other essential components.
  
• - Collaborate closely with design and engineering teams to ensure accurate BOS plans that align with project specifications.
  
• - Continuously optimize BOS designs to enhance system efficiency while effectively managing costs.
  
• - Coordinate with warehouse teams to inform them about any material shortfall on-site well in advance so that workflow is smooth & continuous.
  
• 2. Manage INC Teams:
• - Assist the project manager with the onboarding process for the Installation & Commissioning (INC) teams, providing necessary guidance, training, and support.
  
• - Manage and lead the INC teams on a day-to-day basis, ensuring smooth operations, monitoring progress, and promptly addressing any challenges that may arise. Escalate to the Project manager if necessary.
  
• - Engage in daily monitoring and reporting in pre-created templates to track INC team performance and project milestones.
  
• - Be responsible for training & mentoring new site supervisors joining the team who will also be managing smaller INC teams in the beginning.
  
• - Oversee the electrical connections of the solar system, ensuring proper installation of AC and DC side components.
  
• - Collaborate with the electricians and technicians of the INC teams to effectively wire, ground, and interconnect solar panels, inverters, combiner boxes, and other electrical equipment.
  
• - Troubleshoot and resolve any electrical issues encountered during the pre-commissioning phase. Submit a detailed commissioning report before the Net Metering process by the Electricity Department.
  
• 4. Quality Control
• - Proper Quality Control of Roof work, Electrical Connections & Earthing Work.
  
• - Implement rigorous quality control measures for all aspects of rooftop solar installations, including roof work, electrical connections, and earthing work.
  
• - Conduct regular inspections and testing to ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and our quality guidelines.
  
• - Address any deviations or deficiencies promptly and ensure that corrective actions are taken.
  

Requirements

• Hands-on experience in rooftop solar projects.
  
• Strong technical and electrical system exposure.
  
• Leadership and team management opportunities.
  
• Career growth in the renewable energy sector.
  
• Exposure to end-to-end solar EPC operations.
  
• Opportunity to contribute to Goa's clean energy transition.