Design Engineer – Solar EPC (Electrical)

Company Description

Founded in 2016 and based in Pune, Date Energy specializes in providing tailored solar power solutions to meet diverse energy needs. The company focuses on helping clients reduce their monthly electricity bills through innovative and efficient solar systems. Alongside solar solutions, Date Energy offers power backup systems for uninterrupted energy supply during power outages. Additionally, the company provides Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMC) for Solar Power Plants, ensuring optimal performance and longevity of the systems.

📢 We’re Hiring: Design Engineer – Solar EPC (Electrical)

Company: Date Engineering India Pvt. Ltd.

Location: Pune, Maharashtra

Job Type: Full-time | On-site

About the Role

Date Engineering India Pvt. Ltd. is looking for a highly experienced Design Engineer (Electrical) with strong expertise in Solar EPC design, specifically in ground-mounted (≥10 MWp) and rooftop solar projects (≥1 MWp). The ideal candidate will independently lead engineering design, system configuration, analysis, documentation, and technical coordination for utility-scale and rooftop solar EPC projects.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct detailed site surveys, feasibility studies, and power evacuation analysis.

Perform solar resource assessment, energy generation estimation, and shadow analysis.

Develop plant layouts, DC/AC configurations, cable sizing, inverter/transformer selection, and substation design.

Prepare SLDs, GA drawings, BoM, DPR, costing sheets, and related technical documentation.

Ensure strict compliance with IEC, IS, and BIS standards.

Support and participate in site and factory acceptance tests (SAT/FAT) as required.

Lead, guide, and mentor the Design & Engineering team for efficient project execution.

Coordinate with clients, consultants, vendors, procurement, and internal teams.

Implement design optimization techniques and propose innovative engineering solutions.

Contribute to continuous improvement and sustainable practices in EPC engineering.

Requirements :

Experience: Minimum 7+ years in Solar EPC or Consultancy with proven hands-on experience in:

✔ Ground-mounted solar plants (≥10 MWp)

✔ Rooftop solar systems (≥1 MWp)

✔ Complete electrical design handled independently

Education:

Software Expertise:

PV simulation tools (e.g., PVsyst or equivalent)

AutoCAD (2D/3D), Google SketchUp

MS Office

Technical Skills:

Strong understanding of electrical safety norms

System sizing, plant layout, cable calculations

Preparation of technical drawings and engineering documentation

Excellent knowledge of EPC workflows and engineering standards

Apply Now

Join our mission to power innovation and excellence in the solar EPC sector.

📧 Send your resume to: hr@date-energy.in