Senior Solar Design Engineer

Senior Solar Design Engineer

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About Saarthi AI

Saarthi AI

Role Overview

Senior Solar Design Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design and engineering for

  utility-scale PV plants

  and

  complex C&I deployments

  , ensuring quality and compliance across all deliverables.
• Execute and review

  PVsyst-based energy yield assessments

  ,

  AC/DC sizing

  ,

  SLDs

  ,

  earthing and protection design

  ,

  cable sizing

  , and

  IFC/as-built documentation

  .
• Ensure full compliance with

  IEC/IS/IEEE standards

  ,

  CEIG/CEA

  , and

  DISCOM

  interconnection requirements.
• Interface with

  multi-substation environments (AIS/GIS)

  and coordinate

  grid integration

  across engineering disciplines.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with

  civil, structural, procurement, and commissioning teams

  to close RFIs, ensure timely approvals, and resolve technical punch lists.
• Mentor and guide

  mid-level and junior engineers

  , standardizing design templates, QA/QC processes, and best practices.
• Drive

  value engineering initiatives

  to improve

  Performance Ratio (PR)

  and

  Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE)

  while maintaining full code and safety compliance.
• Manage stakeholder interactions with

  EPCs, OEMs, DISCOMs, and regulatory bodies

  , ensuring first-time-right design approvals and on-time deliverables.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in

  Electrical Engineering

  ,

  Renewable Energy

  , or related field.
• Proven design leadership in projects cumulatively exceeding

  700 MW – 1 GW

  .
• Advanced proficiency in

  PVsyst

  and

  AutoCAD

  (mandatory).
• Hands-on experience with

  ETAP

  ,

  DigSilent

  ,

  CDEGS

  , or

  CYMCAP

  (preferred).
• Strong understanding of

  grid codes

  ,

  protection systems

  , and

  interconnection standards

  .
• Certifications from

  GSES

  ,

  NIWE

  , or

  AutoCAD Electrical

  are desirable.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Why Join Saarthi AI?

• Be part of a mission-driven organization shaping the future of sustainable energy through technology.
• Work on cutting-edge solar engineering projects powered by AI-based optimization.
• Collaborative, growth-oriented culture with opportunities for mentorship and leadership development.