The Big Picture
The Senior Engineer Systems Design will be responsible for overseeing and guiding Solar PV design engineering activities throughout the entire design phase for commercial and utility-scale projects ranging from 1 MW to 100 MW. In addition to technical expertise, this role demands strong leadership, team management, and process-driven thinking to ensure high-quality deliverables and operational excellence.
What you can expect as Senior Engineer Systems Design:
- You'll supervise and mentor a team of design engineers, ensuring alignment with project goals and company standards.
- You'll allocate tasks, monitor progress, and provide constructive feedback to drive team performance.
- You'll oversee drafting and design of commercial, industrial, and utility solar PV systems using AutoCAD and other tools, delivering complete design packages for construction and installation.
- You'll review and approve conceptual designs for solar rooftop, carport, ground mount systems (fixed tilt and single-axis tracking), and EV charging stations, including site plans, equipment layouts, single-line diagrams, string sizing, schedules, and bill of quantities.
- You'll establish and maintain organized file systems for drawings and project documents.
- You'll implement best practices and process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality.
- You'll ensure compliance with company standards, NEC, IBC, and other regulatory requirements.
- You'll anticipate design challenges and proactively develop solutions.
- You'll take ownership of project deliverables, timelines, and quality standards.
- You'll act as the primary point of contact for escalations and stakeholder communication.
- You'll work closely with internal teams and external clients to ensure project requirements and deadlines are met.
- You'll communicate clearly and effectively to maintain high-quality design outputs.
Essential Qualifications:
- Proven experience in AutoCAD and other CAD-based platforms.
- Minimum 6 years of experience in Utility Scale Solar projects for Middle East / Australia / Europe markets.
- Strong ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work independently while driving team accountability and performance.
