Solar Resident Engineer

Pitco Pvt. Ltd.; Pakistan; On-site; PKR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Pitco Pvt. Ltd. is seeking an experienced Site Supervisor for on-site supervision of solar PV installation projects.

You will oversee mounting structures, modules, inverters, transformers, cabling, and grid interconnection, ensuring work aligns with drawings, specs, and standards. You will monitor daily site activities, review shop drawings, conduct quality checks, supervise testing and commissioning, and ensure HSE compliance.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of solar system design experience.
• BSc Engineering, preferably Electrical.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Good analytical and project management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise full-site solar PV installation works including mounting structures, modules, inverters, transformers, cabling and grid interconnection.
• Ensure EPC Contractor complies with approved drawings, specifications, codes and standards.
• Monitor daily site activities, manpower, equipment deployment and construction sequencing.
• Verify compliance with method statements, permits and construction schedules.
• Review EPC Contractor shop drawings and installation procedures.
• Conduct site inspections and quality checks for mechanical, electrical and civil works.
• Identify non-conformances, issue site instructions and follow up on corrective actions.
• Witness factory acceptance tests, site acceptance tests and performance tests.
• Ensure adherence to HSE policies and local regulations.
• Monitor progress against baseline schedule and milestones.
• Identify delays and risks; propose mitigation measures.
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly site progress reports.
• Maintain site records and correspondence.
• Supervise testing and commissioning of solar PV systems including grid synchronization.
• Verify compliance with performance guarantees and energy yield tests.
• Assist in handover, documentation review and operational readiness.
• Attend site meetings and progress reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

BSc Engineering (Electrical)

Job description

Job Description:

• Provide full-time on-site supervision of solar PV installation works including mounting structures, PV modules, inverters, transformers, cabling, and grid interconnection.
• Ensure EPC Contractor executes works in accordance with approved drawings, technical specifications, codes, and standards.
• Monitor daily site activities, manpower, equipment deployment, and construction sequencing.
• Verify compliance with approved method statements, work permits, and construction schedules.
• Review and verify EPC Contractor’s shop drawings, installation procedures, and as-built documentation.
• Conduct site inspections and quality checks for mechanical, electrical, and civil works related to solar PV systems.
• Identify non-conformances, issue site instructions, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Witness factory acceptance tests (if required), site acceptance tests, and performance tests.
• Ensure strict adherence to HSE policies, HSEQ plan, and applicable local regulations.
• Monitor construction progress against approved baseline schedule and milestones.
• Identify delays, risks, and interface issues; propose mitigation measures.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly site progress reports.
• Maintain site records including daily logs, inspection reports, and correspondence.
• Supervise testing and commissioning of solar PV systems including grid synchronization.
• Verify compliance with performance guarantees, energy yield tests, and contractual acceptance criteria.
• Support preparation of punch lists and ensure timely close‑out of defects.
• Assist in final handover, documentation review, and operational readiness.
• Attend site meetings, technical coordination meetings, and progress reviews.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 8-10 years of relevant Solar System Designing is mandatory.
• Minimum BSc Engineering, preferably Electrical Engineer.
• Thorough knowledge of key equipment like modules, inverter, mounting structure types, DC/AC cables, batteries etc.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities, demonstrated or titled position, (oral/written/presentation/interpersonal) to drive results in a team environment under minimal direction with internal and external customers
• Good analytical and project management skills