Head of Solar Engineering

What You'll Do

Your Day-to-Day Will Look Like:

Overseeing Engineering at SafEarth

• Lead the team to develop best in class solar PV system designs using tools like PVsyst, AutoCAD, and SketchUp
• Oversee energy yield simulations, load analysis, and shading analysis to ensure accurate performance predictions
• Approve and guide the preparation of electrical drawings, single-line diagrams (SLDs), and detailed layouts
• Define, standardize, and continuously optimize engineering practices to deliver high-performance, cost-effective solar plants

Engineering & Compliance

• Ensure all designs and installations comply with DISCOM regulations, electrical codes, and global safety standards
• Establish review mechanisms to validate design accuracy, compliance, and on-site implementation
• Drive optimization strategies to maximize energy generation, plant reliability, and lifecycle performance
• Oversee the preparation and approval of bills of materials (BOMs) and Detailed Project Reports (DPRs)

Collaboration & Support

• Provide technical inputs during client discussions and proposal development Support site teams with design clarifications during installation and commissioning
• Collaborate with sales, operations, and procurement teams to ensure smooth project execution

Innovation & Improvement

• Stay at the forefront of solar technologies, hybrid/ESS solutions, and digital design tools
• Build processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness of engineering workflows
• Establish best practices that scale across multiple geographies and project sizes

Must-Haves

• 5+ years of solar PV design engineering experience for C&I solar projects, including rooftop solar and Ground Mounted Systems.
• Strong knowledge of solar system design, energy yield assessment, and industry best practices
• Proficiency in PVsyst,, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and MS Excel
• Degree/ in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams

Bonus If You Have:

• Experience in utility-scale solar projects
• Knowledge of energy storage systems and hybrid designs
• Familiarity with advanced simulation tools or digital twins