Senior Design & Engineering (Solar + BESS) - Hyderabad

Company : SunStripe

Location : Hyderabad

Experience : 4- 10years

About

SunStripe

At SunStripe, we are focused on advancing solar and energy storage across our two key verticals: Energy Services and Energy Technologies.

Through Energy Services, we provide strategy, advisory, and execution support to commercial and industrial customers, project developers, and independent power producers (IPPs). Our teams manage projects across their full lifecycle, navigating technical, regulatory, and financial complexity to deliver better outcomes.

Headquartered in Hyderabad, India, with an expanding international presence in the United States, SunStripe is building a global platform for the future of energy.

Looking ahead, we plan to expand deeper into the solar and storage value chain, including direct project development, ownership of energy assets, and the deployment of enabling technologies that accelerate market adoption and improve performance at scale.

tight,

Electrical Design Engineer (Solar + BESS)

Key Responsibilities:

1.

• Prepare detailed electrical drawings, including single-line diagrams (SLDs),three-line diagrams, grounding layouts, and AC/DC wiring diagrams for solar PV and BESS projects for Utility Scale ground Mount Solar Project.
• Develop plant layouts, conduit/cable routing, substation layouts, and equipment arrangements.
• Good understanding of regulations, zoning and compliance requirements.
• Create as-built drawings, shop drawings, and IFC (Issued for Construction) drawings for solar + storage projects.
• Work closely with design engineers and project managers to ensure accuracy and compliance with specifications.

2. Solar PV & BESS System Optimization

• Optimize array layouts, inverter placement, electrical BOS (Balance of System) design, and cable schedules to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Use AI-driven tools and automation software to enhance design workflows and reduce manual drafting efforts.
• Ensure optimal land utilization and power evacuation strategies in collaboration with the engineering team.

3. CAD & Design Tools Proficiency

• Utilize AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical and other CAD tools for high-quality drawings.
• Work on GIS-based tools and electrical modeling software to enhance system design precision.
• Maintain drawing databases, version control, and documentation for all design files.

4. Collaboration & Cross-Functional Coordination

• Coordinate with structural, mechanical, and civil design teams to integrate electrical layouts with site plans.
• Work with procurement teams to ensure drawings align with vendor specifications and equipment compatibility.
• Provide technical drafting support for engineering teams working on interconnection, relay coordination, and power system studies.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• 3-7 years of hands-on experience in electrical drafting for Utility-Scale Solar PV and BESS projects.
• Strong expertise in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, PVsyst, and similar CAD tools.
• Experience working with US utilities, developers, or other overseas solar markets is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with electrical BOS (Balance of System), high-voltage equipment layouts, and Single Line Diagram
• Good understanding of NEC, NFPA, IEEE, IEC, and UL standards for solar + storage systems.
• Ability to optimize electrical layouts for efficiency, cost reduction, and improved energy yield.
• Strong organizational skills with experience managing multiple projects and drawing versions.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Professional CAD Certification in AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical.
• Knowledge of GIS-based tools, SCADA system layouts, and power system simulation tools is a plus.

We Are Looking For:

Were relentless, entrepreneurial dynamos who thrive on speed, impact, and breaking

new ground. Forget years on a resume, we want raw skill and talent. Whether you’re an AI genius, a fearless engineer, a product trailblazer, or a strategy powerhouse, you’ll be at the core of redefining solar tech and smart energy solutions.

What’s In It for You:

• Long-Term

  Incentive

  Plans

  – Grow with us

• Comprehensive

  Insurance

  Coverage

  (Medical

  +

  Accidental)

  – Your well-being matters

• World-Class

  Office

  Space

  – Work from Knowledge City, Hyderabad

• Opportunity

  to

  Build

  AI-Driven

  Services

  and

  Tech-Platforms

  – Work on cutting-edge technology in solar