Job Description – Design Engineer – Renewable Energy
Position: Design Engineer – Renewable Energy (Solar – Ground Mounted Projects)
Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Department: Engineering / Design
Experience: 2–5 Years
Qualification: B.E./B.Tech – Electrical / Electrical & Electronics
Salary: ₹4.00–₹8.00 LPA, depending on experience and technical competency
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role We are looking for a technically strong and detail-oriented Design Engineer – Renewable Energy to support the engineering and design activities for Solar PV and associated electrical systems. The candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate, cost-effective, standards-compliant, and execution-friendly electrical designs for ground-mounted solar projects.
Key Responsibilities
● Prepare Single Line Diagrams (SLD), electrical layouts, cable schedules, equipment layouts, and interconnection drawings for Solar PV projects.
● Carry out DC/AC system design, cable sizing, voltage-drop calculations, and short-circuit calculations.
● Prepare and review BOQ/BOM, technical specifications, datasheets, and design calculations.
● Prepare and review 11 kV / 33 kV / 66 kV electrical systems and substation designs.
● Support PVsyst simulations, energy yield analysis, and plant design optimization.
● Prepare designs for earthing, lightning protection, auxiliary power systems, and other electrical layouts.
● Review vendor drawings, technical documents, and equipment specifications.
● Coordinate with Civil, Procurement, Project Execution, Vendors, Consultants, and Clients to ensure smooth project execution.
● Provide technical support to site teams and resolve design-related issues during project execution.
● Ensure all designs comply with applicable IS/IEC standards, CEA regulations, and client specifications.
● Participate in site visits and provide technical support during installation and commissioning activities, when required. Required Skills
● Strong knowledge of Solar PV electrical design and EPC execution.
● Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Excel.
● Working knowledge of PVsyst.
● Good understanding of HT/LT systems, transformers, switchgear, protection systems, earthing, and cable sizing.
● Knowledge of 11 kV / 33 kV / 66 kV systems and grid connectivity.
● Strong analytical, documentation, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
● Ability to work effectively under project deadlines.
Preferred Experience
● Experience in Solar EPC, Renewable Energy, Electrical Design, Substation, or Power Projects.
● Candidates with experience in utility-scale / ground-mounted solar projects will be preferred.
● Hands-on experience in electrical design for solar projects will be an added advantage.
Key Competencies
● Technical & Analytical Ability
● Attention to Detail
● Electrical Design Knowledge
● Communication & Coordination
● Problem-Solving Skills
● Project Execution Understanding
● Ability to Work Under Deadlines
● Willingness to Travel to Project Sites
Pay: ₹400,000.00 - ₹800,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
- Will be able to relocate to Ahmedabad?
Experience:
- Renewable Energy (Solar – Ground Mounted Projects) : 2 years (Preferred)
Location:
- Ahmedabad, Gujarat (Ahmedabad) (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
