Solar Design engineer - (Bangalore)

Zoho; Bengaluru Urban; On-site; INR 750,000 - 780,000; Full time

Job summary

Zoho in Bangalore North, India, is seeking a Solar Design Engineer to design, analyse, and optimise solar PV systems for residential, commercial, and utility-scale projects. You will handle layout design, electrical engineering, performance modelling, and code compliance while coordinating with sales, project management, procurement, and construction teams.

Responsibilities include module layout, inverter selection, string sizing, PVsyst simulations, and HT/LT design, with BOMs and permitting

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in Solar Power Plant EPC/Renewable Energy/Utility Scale, C&I Projects.
• Education: BE Electrical Engineering / Renewable Energy or related field; Master's preferred.
• Experience in HT/LT electrical design, energy yield modelling, and interconnection works.

Responsibilities

• Design solar PV systems including module layout, inverter selection, string sizing, and wiring.
• Design HT/LT electrical systems and transformer yards for projects from kW to MW scale.
• Ensure compliance with IEC, IS, and utility standards and regulations.
• Perform energy yield assessments and PVsyst simulations.
• Prepare drawings, BOM, costing sheets, and permitting documentation.
• Support interconnection applications and coordinate with utility authorities.
• Collaborate with sales, project management, and construction teams.

Skills

System design

Energy modelling

Code compliance

Site assessment

Education

BE Electrical Engineering / Renewable Energy

Master's degree

Tools

PVsyst

AutoCAD

Job description

Bangalore North, India

Job Description

ExperienceRequired :8-10yearsinSolar Power Plant EPC/RenewableEnergy/Utility Scale, C&IProjects

Role Overview

The Solar DesignEngineer is responsible for designing, analysing, and optimising solar (PV)systems forresidential,commercial,andutility-scaleprojects.Thisroleinvolvessystemlayoutdesign,electrical engineering, performance modelling, and code compliance whileworking closely with sales, project management, procurement, and constructionteams to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective solar solutions. The candidate will be responsible for end-to-endsystem design, technical analysis, and ensuring compliance with industrystandards and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Design solar PV systemsincluding module layout, inverter selection, string sizing, single-linediagrams, DC/AC cable sizing and MMS.

Design HT/LT electrical systemsand transformer yard for projects ranging from kW to MW scale.

Ensure compliance withapplicable IEC, IS, and utility standards and regulations.

Strong understanding of DC/ACsystems, LT/HT electrical design, and transformer yard/substation fundamentals.

Knowledge of net metering, openaccess regulations, and grid interconnection requirements.

Conduct site assessments usingconstruction drawings, satellite imagery, and shading analysis tools.

Perform energy yieldassessments and system performance simulations using PVsyst.

Prepare engineering drawings,calculations, BOM, Costing Sheet and technical documentation for permitting,approvals, and construction.

Support interconnectionapplications and coordinate with utility authorities as required.

Review structural andelectrical constraints and collaborate with structural engineering teams wherenecessary.

Work closely with sales andproject teams to optimize system cost, performance, and constructibility.

Provide technical supportduring installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting phases.

Stay updated with emergingsolar technologies, industry trends, and best practices.

Proficient in PVsyst andAutoCAD.

Candidate Profile

Education: BEElectrical Engineering / Renewable Energyor related field.

Master's degree (preferred but not mandatory).

SolarPVsystemdesignand optimization

Energymodellingandperformance analysis

CTC- MAX 75K to 78KCTC

Note-

Will prefer candidates who have worked on both rooftop and ground mount projects with delivered projects post design. As this is 8-10 years' experience, the designation shall be Sr. Design Engineer.

Early joining with 1 month notice period is fine. Please do not shortlist people with 3 months notice period.