About the Role
The Design Engineer will be a productive member of the Solar PV design team, supporting strategic growth through direct engagement with the Business Development, Sales, and Operations teams.
Responsibilities
- Perform preliminary data analysis and develop technical recommendations for potential PV Solar Assets.
- Execute preliminary and detailed designs focusing on technical configuration and optimization.
- Generate PV-Syst, Helioscope, and Homer output simulations.
- Create Solar Auto-CAD layouts, mechanical and installation details, and project single line diagrams.
- Conduct solar lab reports and shading analysis.
- Ensure compliance with utility standards regarding design, safety, and environment.
- Maintain relationships with core design and execution teams to facilitate knowledge transfer.
- Understand region-specific regulations for Solar PV project development.
- Build guaranteed energy output tables for commercial and contractual purposes.
- Manage project estimation sheets (CAPEX & OPEX) and project schedules.
- Optimize designs for competitive CAPEX and OPEX without compromising quality.
- Align with the Supply Chain team on solar product pricing and availability.
- Attend kick-off meetings to collect design enhancement feedback.
- Provide technical expertise during site surveys for solar solutions and electrical integrations.
- Coordinate with the Project Execution team to ensure construction aligns with approved designs and standards.
- Support the Project Execution team during inspection, installation, and testing stages.
- Attend supplier training to stay updated on new technologies and market trends.
- Introduce ideas for design optimization and improved operation and maintenance of Solar PV systems.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from a reputed institution.
- Hands-on design exposure using solar PV software such as PVSyst, Helioscope, SketchUp, or Homer.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD.
- Knowledge of cable-sizing calculation and LV/MV electrical panel design and optimization.
- Comprehensive understanding of solar technologies and products.
- Knowledge of solar product code certifications and authority testing requirements.
- Results-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Minimum of 2 years of work experience in the Solar PV design field in the UAE.
Skills
- PVSyst
- Helioscope
- SketchUp
- Homer
- AutoCAD
- ETAP setting calculation
- Cable-sizing calculation
- LV/MV electrical panel design
- Project estimation
- Technical configuration and optimization
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Stress management
Experience Level
- Minimum 2 years of experience
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
About the Company
- Al Rostamani Group is a diversified group established in 1957 with presence in industries including General Trading, Automobiles, Travel, Financial Services, Property Management, Construction, and IT.
- Emirates Electrical Engineering is a specialized business platform providing turnkey solutions for solar rooftops and electrical power projects.
