Senior Electrical Engineer

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