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

Apply Now
Do you know how to design detailed electrical blueprints for solar power plants, mapping the flow of electricity from panels to transformers and ultimately to the main grid?

Skills Required