Engineer, Engineering and Design

Role Summary

As a Engineer Engineering and Design you will be responsible for leading the design process for solar power projects from conceptualization to implementation. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including project managers professional engineers LEWs electrical engineers and contractors to ensure the successful execution of solar energy projects. Your expertise will be pivotal in optimizing solar system designs and ensuring compliance with engineering standards

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and engineering review process for EPCs master document list submission including system sizing layout optimization solar structural design and balance of system engineering.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external EPCs to integrate solar PV systems with existing infrastructure and building designs including system components to suit site condition and in accordance to solar engineering standards (IEC Singapore Standards etc).
• Handle structural design submissions to HDB for SolarNova projects and make sure they meet all rules and requirements. Work with HDB and EPC Professional Engineers to answer questions or update designs to get approvals.
• Design and develop electrical single-line diagram panel schedules and connection diagram for solar electric systems using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Complete all electrical calculations in detail related to the project (DC and AC).
• Prepare and review PVSyst report and PR calculations.
• Assist in getting endorsements from Professional Engineers and LEWs for the related engineering calculation analysis documents and drawings.
• Provide technical direction or support to Project Manager and Engineer during design review installation start-up testing system commissioning or performance monitoring.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and project teams fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies trends and best practices in solar energy and construction industries and integrate them into project designs.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in electrical engineering civil/structural engineering or related field.
• Proven experience (minimum 3 years) in the design and engineering of solar power systems preferably in the construction industry.
• Prefers candidate with direct experience in preparing and managing design submissions to HDB for SolarNova projects including responding to feedback and securing necessary approvals.
• In-depth knowledge of solar PV technologies components and system configurations.
• Familiarity with local building codes regulations and permitting processes in Singapore.
• Excellent analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities with the capacity to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders.

When you join EDP Renewables APAC you will have access to:

• Professional experience in a leading global company in the renewables industry with flexible work conditions
• Recognition through remuneration compatible with the role and other additional benefits
• Opportunities for personal and professional development e.g. cross-cutting projects mobilities and volunteering

About EDP Group:
As a socially responsible company we incorporate our values and practices with the principles of Diversity and Inclusion. To achieve all our objectives we intend to attract develop and retain different profiles assuming diversity as a key factor and differentiator of fundamental innovation in our organisation. We welcome and value all people and we are committed to the inclusion and sense of belonging of each person who is part of the EDP Group.

What makes us proud as an employer:

• TOP Employer APAC Singapore 2024 certification
• TOP Employer Europe 2024 certification
• Bloomberg Gender Equality Index 2021
• Top Workplaces US 2021
• Certification in Conciliation (Excellence) by the Ms Familia Foundation