SOLAR MAINTENANCE ENGINEER LEAD

The Solar Maintenance Engineer Lead is responsible for leading the technical after-sales service and maintenance operations of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems after installation and commissioning.

The position ensures that installed solar PV systems operate safely, reliably, efficiently, and in accordance with design and performance requirements. The role leads preventive and corrective maintenance activities, system troubleshooting, technical customer support, warranty coordination, performance monitoring, and field service execution.

The position serves as the primary technical escalation point for complex solar PV system issues and provides leadership to the maintenance team while maintaining strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Licensed Engineer is highly preferred, particularly Registered Electrical Engineer (REE) for roles with significant electrical system responsibility.

Experience

• At least 5 years of experience in solar PV, electrical power systems, industrial electrical maintenance, or related fields.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory or team-lead capacity.
• Experience in solar PV O&M, after-sales service, troubleshooting, or EPC operations is strongly preferred.
• Experience handling commercial or industrial solar installations is an advantage.

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of solar PV system architecture and operation.
• Proficient in inverter troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• Knowledge of DC and AC electrical systems.
• Familiarity with PV monitoring and SCADA systems.
• Knowledge of electrical testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to interpret single-line diagrams, electrical drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
• Understanding of solar PV performance parameters and energy yield.
• Familiarity with battery energy storage systems is an advantage.
• Knowledge of electrical protection, grounding, and surge protection is preferred.