Solar Design Engineer

HARTEK GROUP; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

HARTEK GROUP in India is seeking an experienced Lead Solar Design Engineer to steer the engineering and design of utility-scale ground-mounted solar PV projects. You will own DC/AC design, SLDs, BOS, ELPS, and ensure compliance with IEC, IS, and NEC standards while coordinating with civil, structural, electrical, procurement, and construction teams.

The role requires hands-on PVsyst energy yield analysis, optimization of Performance Ratio, shading studies, and technology evaluation to maximize

Qualifications

• Proven track record leading engineering design of utility-scale solar projects.
• Experience with PVsyst energy yield and PR optimization.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration.
• Knowledge of IEC/IS/NEC standards and grid interconnection requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead complete engineering design of utility-scale ground-mounted solar PV projects from concept to commissioning.
• Prepare, review, and approve detailed deliverables: DC/AC design, SLDs, cable routing, inverter sizing, BOS, ELPS.
• Perform energy yield assessments using PVsyst and optimize PR, shading, and losses.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, electrical, procurement, and construction teams.
• Support tender engineering activities and technical proposals during bid stages.
• Provide technical solutions to engineering challenges during project execution.

Skills

Renewable EPC

Utility-Scale Solar

Ground Mount Solar Plant Design

PVsyst

Performance Ratio

Energy Yield Assessment

DC/AC Electrical Design

BOS Engineering

Earthing & Lightning Protection

Grid Interconnection

Engineering Calculations

Team Leadership

Project Management

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Lead Solar Design Engineer to lead the engineering and design of utility-scale solar PV projects. The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in Renewable EPC, with expertise in designing ground-mounted megawatt-scale solar power plants. This role requires strong technical leadership, project management capabilities, and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions from concept through commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the complete engineering design of utility-scale ground-mounted solar PV projects from concept to commissioning.
• Prepare, review, and approve detailed engineering deliverables, including:
• DC and AC system design
• Single Line Diagrams (SLDs)
• Cable routing and cable sizing
• String sizing and inverter sizing
• Balance of System (BOS) design
• Earthing and Lightning Protection System (ELPS)
• Ensure designs comply with national and international standards, client specifications, and applicable electrical codes.

Solar Plant Performance

• Perform energy yield assessments using PVsyst.
• Optimize plant performance by improving Performance Ratio (PR) and reducing system losses.
• Conduct shading analysis, generation estimates, module orientation studies, and plant optimization.
• Evaluate technology options to maximize project efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies for ground-mounted utility-scale solar projects.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, electrical, procurement, and construction teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support tender engineering activities, technical proposals, and design optimization during bid stages.
• Resolve engineering challenges during project execution and provide timely technical solutions.

Technical Leadership

• Lead and mentor a team of design engineers and CAD professionals.
• Review engineering calculations and drawings to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Establish engineering best practices, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance during client meetings, design reviews, and site visits.

Project Management

• Plan engineering schedules and monitor design progress against project timelines.
• Coordinate with project managers to ensure timely completion of engineering deliverables.
• Support procurement teams by preparing technical specifications and evaluating vendor offers.
• Participate in factory inspections, vendor technical discussions, and material approvals.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure engineering documentation complies with IEC, IS, NEC, and other applicable standards.
• Implement quality control processes for engineering deliverables.
• Support commissioning teams with technical clarifications and engineering documentation.

Required Skills & Expertise

• Extensive experience in Renewable EPC and Utility-Scale Solar PV Projects.
• Strong expertise in Ground Mount Solar Plant Design.
• Hands-on experience with PVsyst, Performance Ratio (PR) analysis, and Energy Yield Assessment.
• In-depth knowledge of DC and AC electrical system design.
• Expertise in Balance of System (BOS) engineering.
• Strong understanding of:
• Transformers
• Switchgear
• HT/LT Systems
• SCADA
• Earthing & Lightning Protection
• Experience with engineering calculations and design optimization.
• Familiarity with grid interconnection requirements and utility standards.