Site Electrical Engineer – Solar Projects

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Job Type

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Job Description

Industry & Sector:

Renewable Energy — Utility-scale Solar PV / EPC projects delivering grid-connected solar power plants across India. This on-site role supports civil, mechanical and electrical interfaces during construction, testing and handover phases.

Primary title (standardized):

EPC Site Electrical Engineer – Solar Projects

Location & Workplace:

India — On-site (project sites across states)

About The Opportunity

Join a fast-paced solar EPC delivery team building utility-scale, grid-connected solar PV plants. You will lead field electrical activities—installation oversight, testing, commissioning and client handover—ensuring compliance with design, safety and local grid code requirements.Role & Responsibilities
  • Lead on-site electrical installation, pre-commissioning and commissioning for BOS and PV systems (MV/LV systems, switchyards, transformers, inverters).
  • Plan, execute and witness FAT/SAT and commissioning tests for transformers, protection relays, switchgear and inverters; author and sign off test reports and punch lists.
  • Configure and commission SCADA/RTU telemetry, CT/PT mapping and ensure reliable data flows to central monitoring systems.
  • Supervise contractors and vendors, enforce quality control, resolve site electrical interface issues with civil/mechanical teams and client representatives.
  • Implement electrical safety, permit-to-work and isolation procedures; ensure compliance with Indian grid codes and site HSE requirements.
  • Prepare technical progress reports, as-built documentation, O&M handover packages and support client acceptance activities.

Skills & Qualifications

Must-Have
  • Protection relay testing
  • SCADA/RTU configuration
  • MV switchgear testing
  • Inverter commissioning
  • Transformer testing and diagnostics
  • Grid code compliance

Preferred

  • Power system studies
  • PLC programming
  • Solar PV performance analysis

Qualifications

  • B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical qualification.
  • Proven field experience in EPC or utility-scale solar electrical site engineering with commissioning and testing responsibilities.
  • Willingness to be based on-site and travel to project locations across India.
Benefits & Culture Highlights
  • Hands-on field role with rapid ownership of end-to-end commissioning activities and strong career growth in EPC delivery.
  • Project-site allowances, travel support and structured safety/quality processes.
  • Collaborative delivery culture with cross-functional exposure to civil, mechanical and grid stakeholders.
Keywords: EPC, solar PV, utility-scale, grid-connected, commissioning, MV/LV, switchgear, protection relays, SCADA, inverter, transformer, site engineering, Indian grid code.
Skills: commissioning,solar,epc

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