Head - Design & Engineering

RESPONSIBILITIES-

Leadership in Design & Engineering Strategy:

- Set and implement the overall design and engineering strategy for distributed solar projects (incl. residential), ensuring technical excellence, cost-efficiency, and compliance with regulatory standards.

- Oversee both the design and engineering phases of rooftop (incl. residential) and ground-mounted solar PV projects, ensuring optimal layouts, system configurations, and detailed technical solutions.

-Work closely with cross-functional teams to align engineering designs with business development, procurement, and construction teams for seamless project execution.

Design Oversight:

-Lead the design team in creating detailed system layouts, including module placements, stringing, single-line diagrams (SLDs), electrical configurations, and energy yield analyses.

-Ensure all designs are optimized for site-specific conditions (rooftop structural capacity, shading, land conditions for ground-mounted systems) and maximize energy production.

-Oversee the use of design and simulation tools like PVsyst, AutoCAD, Helioscope, and other industry-standard software for accurate energy modeling and performance evaluation.

Pre-Bid Design & Technical Support:

-Provide technical guidance and support during the pre-bid phase by developing preliminary system designs, feasibility studies, and energy yield estimates.

-Work with the business development and sales teams to ensure that all technical aspects of bids are aligned with client requirements and project feasibility.

-Ensure that pre-bid designs are competitive, compliant with technical regulations, and optimized for performance and cost.

Engineering Execution & Support:

-Provide oversight to engineering teams in system execution, ensuring the designs translate into high-quality installations.

-Support the project management team by ensuring engineering designs and plans are implemented correctly during installation and commissioning.

-Troubleshoot and resolve design and engineering challenges during project execution, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.

Team Management & Development:

-Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of design engineers, ensuring collaboration, technical upskilling, and knowledge-sharing across the department.

-Establish performance metrics and continuous improvement initiatives for both the design and engineering teams, ensuring high productivity and efficiency.

-Promote innovation in design and engineering practices, continuously seeking to improve system performance, reduce costs, and enhance the quality of project delivery.

Regulatory Compliance & Technical Standards:

-Ensure all designs and engineering solutions adhere to Indian and international regulatory standards (MNRE, CEA, BIS, IEC) and safety guidelines.

-Keep the team updated on relevant policy changes and regulatory developments in the solar industry that impact system design and engineering practices.

-Ensure all rooftop and ground-mounted systems meet safety, structural, and electrical requirements in line with industry best practices.

Innovation & Cost Optimization:

-Drive innovation in solar system design by exploring the use of new materials, technology, and system configurations to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

-Lead efforts in integrating new solar technologies (e.g., floating solar, energy storage) into designs for distributed solar projects.

-Identify and implement cost-saving measures while maintaining high technical standards for performance and reliability.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Client Interaction:

-Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders (procurement, project management, sales) and external partners (vendors, clients) to ensure alignment on project goals and technical requirements.

-Engage with clients during the design and engineering phases to provide expert technical advice and address any design-related queries.

Budget & Resource Management:

-Ensure that design and engineering solutions align with project budgets and timelines, balancing cost-efficiency with technical performance.

-Oversee resource allocation for the design and engineering teams, ensuring optimal use of tools, software, and personnel.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED-

'-10-15 years of experience in solar PV system design and engineering, with significant experience in distributed solar projects (rooftop and ground-mounted).

-Strong background in both the design and engineering of solar EPC projects, with a demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.

-Proven experience in providing technical pre-bid support and developing competitive technical proposals.

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE-

'- Proficiency in solar PV design software (PVsyst, AutoCAD, Helioscope, etc.) and a strong understanding of energy modeling, electrical system design, and structural engineering.

- Deep understanding of Indian and international standards governing solar PV systems (MNRE, CEA, IEC, NEC, BIS).

-Expertise in rooftop and ground-mounted system designs, with attention to site-specific constraints and optimization strategies.