Engineering Leader - Solar Energy Projects

UL Solutions; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy consultancy in Singapore seeks an experienced Engineering Leader to oversee solar project development and provide technical advisory services. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of expertise in renewable energy, strong client engagement skills, and the ability to lead and mentor a team. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and participation in a global advisory team that drives the clean energy transition.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in renewable energy with a focus on solar.
• Proficiency in solar modeling and analysis software.
• Excellent communication skills to explain technical information.

Responsibilities

• Ensure technical excellence as the Regional SME.
• Support clients during all project phases.
• Provide expert review on Energy Yield Assessments.

Skills

Renewable energy expertise

Energy yield analysis

Technical leadership

Client-facing skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering

Tools

PVsyst

Helioscope

PVCase

Job description

Description

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Leader specializing in solar project development and technical advisory services to serve as a Regional Subject Matter Expert (SME). The role involves overseeing client projects across the entire lifecycle—from development to operational optimization—and includes the opportunity to build and lead a team of experts as the company expands.

Key Requirements:

• 10+ years in renewable energy, with a focus on solar energy
• Expertise in energy yield analysis, performance benchmarking, and feasibility assessments
• Strong technical leadership and client-facing skills to drive project decisions

This role offers the chance to join a global advisory team and grow with the company’s expansion in the region.

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