Technical Consultant

U-solar Clean Energy Solutions; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

U-Solar Clean Energy, Bengaluru, seeks a Technical Consultant to support business development, tendering and pre-sales by designing technically feasible solar solutions and assessing client requirements.

The role involves site assessments, proposal preparation, cost estimation and cross‑functional coordination with design, procurement and finance teams. 1–3 years in solar energy preferred; freshers with strong fundamentals may be considered.

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech or ME/M.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Energy, Environmental Engineering or a related discipline.
• MBA/PGDM in Power Management, Energy Management or Marketing will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Understand client requirements and recommend suitable solar solutions.
• Conduct client meetings, site surveys and preliminary feasibility assessments.
• Prepare technical proposals, preliminary system configurations, BOQs and supporting documents.
• Assist in commercial proposals, cost estimates and payback calculations under CAPEX and OPEX models.

Skills

Solar PV knowledge

Client engagement

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Travel willingness

Education

Engineering degree in Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation/Energy

MBA/PGDM in Power Management (adv)

Tools

AutoCAD

PVsyst

SketchUp

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description Technical Consultant

About the Company:

U-Solar Clean Energy is a solar developer in India, headquartered in Bengaluru, that provides complete solar power solutions for industrial, commercial, and institutional clients. The company provides end to end solutions from design and engineering, project management as well as post sales services for solar projects. We have installed solar power plants through pay and own (CAPEX) and pay as you go (OPEX) models for our clients across India, as well as in international projects in Sri Lanka and Nepal. U-Solar Clean Energy is at a key turning point in its growth journey, evolving from a mid-size solar developer to a large-scale solar developer. This strategic evolution offers exceptional opportunities for professionals who are eager to undertake new challenges, lead transformative projects, and make a substantial impact in the renewable energy sector.

About the Role:

The Technical Consultant will support business development, tendering and pre-sales activities by developing technically feasible and commercially viable solar solutions. The role involves understanding client requirements, conducting site assessments, preparing proposals, supporting project costing and coordinating with internal teams. The candidate should have a sound understanding of solar PV systems, government policies and regulatory frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Consulting & Client Engagement

• Understand client requirements and recommend suitable solar solutions.
• Conduct client meetings, site surveys and preliminary feasibility assessments.
• Prepare technical presentations and explain proposed solutions, expected generation and project benefits.
• Address client queries and support pre-sales engagement.

Tendering & Proposal Development

• Review RFQs, RFPs, tender documents and client inquiries to identify technical and submission requirements.
• Prepare technical proposals, preliminary system configurations, BOQs and supporting documents.
• Assist in commercial proposals, cost estimates, payback calculations and cost-benefit analyses under CAPEX and OPEX models.
• Ensure timely submissions and coordinate proposal revisions with the Business Manager and relevant teams.

Technical & Regulatory Knowledge

• Maintain knowledge of solar PV components, system configurations and solar EPC workflows.
• Stay updated on state-wise solar policies, net metering, open access, DISCOM requirements and other relevant regulations.
• Assess technical feasibility and identify suitable solutions based on project requirements.

Costing & Commercial Support

• Assist with project costing, pricing analysis and estimation of project expenses.
• Evaluate expected savings, payback periods and project economics.
• Coordinate with design, procurement, projects and finance teams to obtain technical inputs and cost estimates.
• Identify opportunities to improve cost competitiveness without compromising technical requirements.

Coordination & Reporting

• Work closely with the Business Manager and cross-functional teams on business opportunities and proposals.
• Maintain records of client inquiries, tender submissions, follow-ups and business opportunities.
• Monitor market developments, competitor offerings and emerging solar technologies.

Qualifications:

• BE/B.Tech or ME/M.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Energy, Environmental Engineering or a related discipline.
• MBA/PGDM in Power Management, Energy Management or Marketing will be an added advantage.

Work Experience:

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in solar energy, renewable energy or solar EPC.
• Experience in pre-sales, tendering, proposal preparation, site assessments or solar system design is preferred.
• Freshers with strong technical fundamentals and relevant internship or project experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Good understanding of solar PV systems, components and EPC workflows.
• Awareness of Indian solar policies, regulatory frameworks and commercial models.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, PVsyst and SketchUp will be an advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint, with strong analytical and presentation skills.
• Good communication, client engagement, coordination and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines and work collaboratively.
• Willingness to travel for client meetings, site surveys and business requirements.