Design Manager - Solar

Job Summary

Lead the solar design and engineering function for ground-mounted solar projects above 5 MW, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective, compliant, and timely design deliverables.

Job Type

Full-Time

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage the design and engineering team
• Oversee PV system design for ground-mounted solar projects above 5 MW
• Review and approve technical drawings, designs, and engineering documents
• Conduct and review load analysis, shading analysis, and energy production estimates
• Ensure designs meet performance, cost, safety, quality, and schedule requirements
• Coordinate with Project Management, Procurement, Construction, and Installation teams
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and suppliers to resolve technical issues
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, regulations, and permits
• Conduct design quality checks and identify potential technical risks
• Prepare technical reports, design specifications, and project documentation
• Manage design revisions, updates, and document control
• Support continuous improvement of design processes and engineering standards

Requirements

• Bachelors/Masters degree in Engineering, preferably Electrical
• 8-14 years experience in solar system design (> 5 MW ground-mounted projects)
• 3-5 years experience in a design leadership/managerial role
• Strong knowledge of PV systems, inverters, modules, transformers, and mounting systems
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, PVSyst, SketchUp, HelioScope, and solar design tools
• Knowledge of SCADA systems is an advantage
• Strong understanding of IEC, NEC, and applicable local standards and regulations
• Strong leadership, project management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate cross-functional teams
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Willingness to travel to project sites when required

Skills

• AutoCAD
• PVSyst
• SketchUp
• HelioScope
• solar design tools
• PV systems
• inverters
• modules
• transformers

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