Engineering Leader - Solar Energy Projects

UL International-Singapore Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy consultancy in Singapore is seeking a Senior Technical Advisor with over 10 years of experience in solar technical advisory. The role involves supporting clients, ensuring technical excellence, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should possess strong skills in solar modeling software and SCADA data analysis. Excellent communication abilities and a passion for clean energy are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in the renewable energy industry focusing on solar.
• Strong understanding of technical advisories and consulting.
• Proven experience in leading complex projects and client engagement.

Responsibilities

• Ensure technical excellence within the team and across projects.
• Support clients throughout project phases.
• Develop methods to improve technical assessment efficiency.

Skills

Technical excellence in projects

Client engagement

Communication skills

Collaboration

SCADA data analysis

Solar modeling software proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering

Tools

PVsyst

Helioscope

PVCase

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Act as the Regional SME, ensuring technical excellence within the team and across all projects.

• Support clients during all phases of a project, including pre-investment, development, construction, and operations.

• Provide expert review and sign-off on Energy Yield Assessments (EYAs) and long-term energy forecasts.

• Lead internal training programs and mentor junior engineers to improve team capabilities.

• Work closely with commercial, legal, and project management teams to create client proposals and define project scopes.

• Represent the organization at industry events, client meetings, and technical panels.

• Innovate by developing new methods and tools to improve the accuracy and efficiency of our technical assessments.

• Conduct peer reviews of deliverables to maintain consistency and technical quality.

• Write technical whitepapers and industry articles to strengthen the company's brand and expertise.

• Travel moderately (20-25%) for site visits and client meetings across the APAC region or globally.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline.

• At least 10 years of experience in the renewable energy industry, with a focus on solar technical advisory, consulting, or project development.

• Proficiency in solar modeling and analysis software (e.g., PVsyst, Helioscope. PVCase) is highly preferred.

• Strong understanding of SCADA data analysis and operational performance assessments.

• Proven experience in client engagement, writing technical reports, and leading complex advisory projects.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical information clearly to clients.

• A proactive, collaborative mindset and a passion for helping the clean energy transition