Senior Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Electrical Engineer / Assistant Manager - Design & Engineering

Position Overview
Seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer / Assistant Manager to lead detailed engineering activities for ground-mounted and rooftop
solar photovoltaic systems. This role focuses on industrial and commercial solar projects, requiring expertise in electrical system design,
substations, and power evacuation systems.

Client is a global renewable energy leader with European roots and has India Headquarters in Bengaluru, this multinational company excels in
end-to-end solar solutions. With gigawatts of rooftop and ground-mounted installations worldwide, it's renowned for cutting-edge
engineering, reliable performance, and innovative EPC and lifecycle services.

Location: Bengaluru
Reports To: Manager - Design and Engineering
Experience Required: 4+ years in Design & Engineering

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Design & Documentation
. Lead detailed engineering design for solar PV systems including system layouts, single line diagrams (SLDs), and electrical
calculations.
. Prepare comprehensive technical specifications for AC electrical systems including transformers, HT/LT switchgear panels, cables,

UPS, and substation equipment
. Develop design basis reports covering load schedules, cable sizing, earthing calculations, and lightning protection systems
. Create detailed Bill of Materials (BoM) and optimize system components for maximum energy generation

Substation & Power Systems Design
. Design 220kV, 132/110kV, and 33kV substations with complete electrical layouts
. Prepare protection and metering diagrams, relay coordination studies, and fault level analysis
. Develop substation equipment layouts, cable tray designs, earthing layouts, and switchyard configurations
. Handle equipment sizing for transformers, battery systems, UPS, and current/potential transformers

Project Coordination & Management
. Coordinate with contractors, clients, vendors, and internal departments for technical issue resolution
. Review vendor drawings and technical specifications for electrical equipment compliance
. Prepare Request for Proposals (RFPs) for major electrical components
. Conduct technical reviews and provide approvals for project implementations

Performance & Quality Assurance
. Ensure accurate plant performance estimation and grid interconnection compliance
. Prepare as-built drawings and performance documentation for project handover to O&M teams
. Conduct site visits and customer meetings as required for project optimization
. Maintain compliance with national and state grid policies and electrical standards

Required Qualifications

Education
. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Experience
. 4+ years of total work experience in electrical design and engineering
. Proven experience in solar PV system design and implementation
. Strong background in substation design and electrical power systems

Technical Skills
. Software Proficiency: AutoCAD, Helioscope, Google SketchUp, MS Office Suite
. Design Expertise: Single line diagrams, electrical layouts, cable sizing calculations
. System Knowledge: Photovoltaic systems, inverters, transformers, switchgear, and grid integration
. Standards Knowledge: IEC, IEEE, and Indian electrical standards compliance

Core Competencies
. Comprehensive understanding of electrical system evacuation including civil and structural integration
. Experience with relay coordination, protection systems, and SCADA architecture
. Knowledge of transmission line systems and grid interconnection requirements
. Ability to optimize electrical designs for cost-effectiveness and performance

Communication & Collaboration
. Language Skills: Excellent written and spoken English and Hindi
. Strong presentation and client interaction capabilities
. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
. Experience in technical documentation and report preparation

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