Project Engineer for Solar

SOLAR HORIZON PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy solutions provider in Singapore is seeking a qualified professional to oversee the complete delivery of photovoltaic systems. This includes system design, installation, testing, and compliance with safety standards. Candidates should possess strong expertise in PV design principles and related technologies such as AutoCAD and FusionSolar. The role also involves significant project management responsibilities and coordination with various stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in PV system design principles and specifications.
• Experience in conducting site feasibility assessments.
• Proven ability to optimise system performance and sizing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end delivery of photovoltaic systems from design to commissioning.
• Lead project lifecycle ensuring timely and successful delivery.
• Act as primary technical point of contact for all PV-related matters.

Skills

PV system design principles

AutoCAD

FusionSolar

SolarEdge

PVsyst

Education

Degree in Engineering or relevant field

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Responsible for the end-to-end delivery of photovoltaic (PV) systems, including optimal system design, on-site installation, testing and commissioning, quality control, and strict adherence to all regulatory and safety standards. Serves as the primary technical point of contact for all PV-related matters.

Engineering Design

• Lead system design and technical decision-making, demonstrating strong expertise in PV system design principles, specifications, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Conduct site feasibility assessments, including shading analysis and system capacity/load calculations.
• Design rooftop and ground-mounted solar PV systems, preparing electrical single-line diagrams, module layouts, and structural layouts using AutoCAD.
• Optimise system performance, string configuration, and system sizing using tools such as FusionSolar, SolarEdge, and PVsyst.
• Prepare project costing sheets, bills of materials (BOM), and technical specifications.
• Continuously research, evaluate, and integrate new products, technologies, and best practices to enhance system performance and project efficiency.

Project Management

• Oversee the full project lifecycle, from a technical lens; installation through testing and commissioning, ensuring timely and successful project delivery.
• Attend and lead meetings with clients, consultants, and relevant authorities as required.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues, providing guidance and support to the project team to minimise delays and risks.

Compliance & Documentation

• Support the preparation, submission, and follow-up of documentation for authority approvals and applications (e.g. SP, SCDF, BCA, URA, JTC, MCST, etc.).
• Assist to ensure accurate and complete project handover documentation, including as-built drawings, test reports, and operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals.

Coordination & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary technical liaison for clients, consultants, and regulatory authorities on PV-related matters.
• Monitor and report progress across multiple concurrent projects, providing regular (e.g. weekly) updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate with clients, installers, and contractors to ensure alignment on schedules, scope, and technical requirements.
• Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers on technical queries and warranty claims.
• Provide after-sales technical support and deliver system operation and maintenance training to end users and customers