Solar Project Engineer oversees the entire lifecycle of solar energy projects from initial design to final commissioning. They are responsible for planning implementing and managing solar installations ensuring they meet project goals budgets and safety standards. This includes tasks like site assessments system design equipment coordination and project execution often collaborating with various teams and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Planning and Execution:
Developing detailed project plans schedules and timelines ensuring timely completion and optimal performance of solar installations.
System Design and Analysis:
Designing and modeling solar systems considering factors like site conditions system performance and regulatory requirements.
Equipment Procurement and Coordination:
Working with suppliers and manufacturers to procure necessary equipment and ensuring timely delivery and coordination of installation.
Installation Supervision:
Overseeing the installation of solar panels inverters and other components ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry best practices.
Commissioning and Testing:
Performing final testing and commissioning of the solar system to ensure it functions as designed and meets performance standards.
ProblemSolving and DecisionMaking:
Identifying and addressing challenges throughout the project lifecycle making informed decisions to achieve project objectives.
Collaboration and Communication:
Collaborating with project managers construction teams and other stakeholders to coordinate project activities and ensure seamless execution.
Documentation and Reporting:
Maintaining accurate records of project activities including design plans progress reports and financial status updates.
Compliance and Regulations:
Ensuring compliance with relevant environmental regulations safety standards and industry best practices.
Skills and Qualifications:
Engineering Degree:
A Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or a related field is generally required.
Technical Expertise:
Strong knowledge of solar PV systems electrical engineering principles and relevant industry standards.
Project Management Skills:
Experience in project planning scheduling and execution as well as budget management.
ProblemSolving and Analytical Skills:
Ability to identify and resolve technical issues and make informed decisions.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders including clients engineers and contractors.
Industry Knowledge:
Familiarity with solar industry trends regulations and best practices.
Proven experience as an electrician. Experience in industrial and/or commercial electrical systems. Demonstrable ability to use electrical and hand tools (e.g. wire strippers, voltmeter etc.) ... Thorough knowledge of safety procedures and legal regulations and guidelines