Senior Electrical Engineer

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