Resident Engineer (Solar & BESS Project) Gopa Tech
Location: West Bengal, India
Employment Type: Full-time / Contract
Compensation: 2,00,000 - 3,00,000 per month
Experience: 12+ years
About the Role
Gopa Tech, a German financial consulting organization, is hiring a Resident Engineer for a large-scale power infrastructure project in collaboration with West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company Limited.
This role involves overseeing the execution of a 100 MW solar park extension along with a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), ensuring high-quality construction, compliance, and timely delivery.
You will act as the on-ground site leader, managing multidisciplinary teams and ensuring seamless coordination across all project components including solar installation, substation, and transmission systems.
Project Scope
- 100 MW (AC) Solar Park Expansion
- 100 MWh / 25 MW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
- Transmission lines and grid connectivity
- Substation development and integration
Requirements
- Graduate in Civil Engineering or related field (Masters preferred)
- 12+ years of experience in energy infrastructure projects
- Proven experience as Resident Engineer / Site Manager in utility-scale solar or power projects
- Experience managing multidisciplinary construction supervision teams
- Exposure to international projects (outside India preferred)
- Experience in utility-scale solar (PV) projects of similar size and scope
Key Skills
- Project & Construction Management
- Solar Power (PV) Projects
- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
- Team Leadership & Coordination
- MS Office & Project Tools
- Stakeholder & Site Management
Additional Preferences
- Experience in IFI-funded projects
- Familiarity with FIDIC Yellow Book standards
- Prior experience working in India
- Knowledge of Bengali language (preferred)
- Strong communication skills in English
Why Join This Project
- Work on a large-scale renewable energy project with real impact
- Be part of a high-value international collaboration
- Opportunity to lead complex infrastructure execution on-ground
- Contribute to Indias clean energy transition
