Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated

Solar Design Engineer Manager

to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and developing cutting-edge solar energy systems, ensuring their efficiency, performance, and integration with hybrid power systems. You will collaborate closely with the CTO, Head of Projects, clients, and other engineers to deliver innovative, optimized solar solutions for our projects.

Key Responsibilities

As a

Solar Design Engineer Manager

, your primary duties will include, but are not limited to:

Design and Documentation:

Preparation of design deliverables for

Diesel Solar Hybrid Systems

including

SSO (Single Line Diagrams), SLD (Single Line Diagrams), Wiring Diagrams (WD)

, and

Equipment Layouts

using AutoCAD. Hybrid system sizing and optimization using

HOMER

and

Enlite Sim

simulation tools. Solar PV yield estimation and performance analysis using

PVsyst

. Preparation of

communications architecture

using tools such as

Visio, Drawio

, or equivalent. Compilation of

Bill of Materials

for hybrid power projects.

Feasibility & Proposal Preparation:

Conduct feasibility studies to develop optimized business cases for hybrid power solutions. Prepare

techno-commercial proposals

to support business development and project delivery.

Data Analysis & Reporting:

Analyze

Power Analyzer data

to assess the performance of both existing and new solar power systems. Assist in the preparation of presentation material for customers and stakeholders.

Site Visits & Commissioning:

Attend

project sites

, both for new and existing projects, to support system design, commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimization. Provide field experience expertise to address design and operational challenges in remote or off-grid environments.

Standardization & Process Improvement:

Lead efforts to

standardize design deliverables

, improving efficiency and consistency across projects. Ensure all designs meet

industry standards

and comply with local grid codes (e.g.,

DEWA

,

TRANSCO

).

Qualifications & Skills

Educational Background:

Bachelor's degree in

Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy

, or a related field. At least

5 years

of experience in solar energy system design or related fields, with a strong focus on hybrid systems.

Technical Expertise:

Proficient in key design tools

: HOMER Pro, PVsyst, AutoCAD, and hybrid controllers. Strong knowledge of

genset sizing

,

load profiling

,

BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) integration

, and

grid synchronization

. Deep understanding of

LV/MV electrical design

,

SLDs

,

protection systems

, and

SCADA/EMS

(Energy Management Systems). Knowledge of

industry standards

such as

IEC

,

IEEE 1547

, and compliance with

regional grid codes

(e.g., DEWA, TRANSCO).

Practical & Analytical Skills:

Demonstrated experience in

commissioning

,

troubleshooting

, and

optimizing

hybrid systems in remote or off-grid environments. Strong system-level thinking, with a clear understanding of design trade-offs such as

solar percentage vs. uptime

,

capital expenditure (Capex)

, and

operational efficiency

.

Commercial Awareness:

Clear understanding of how design choices impact

Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE)

,

fuel offset

, and

Power Purchase Agreement (PPA)

economics.

Personal Attributes:

Strong communicator

, able to bridge the gap between engineering, commercial, and client teams.

Resilient

, solutions-driven, and able to adapt designs to real-world constraints. Professional, confident, and able to thrive under pressure. A passion for solving

complex energy challenges

and delivering high-impact solutions.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED10,000.00 - AED12,000.00 per month