Solar Project Electrical Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor electrical works for ground-mounted solar PV projects.
• Execute DC and AC electrical installation activities from module strings up to the grid interconnection point.
• Supervise installation of solar modules, DC cables, string combiner boxes, inverters, AC cables, transformers, HT/LT panels and associated equipment.
• Coordinate 11 kV/33 kV HT systems, pooling substations and power evacuation systems.
• Review and interpret Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), electrical layouts, cable schedules, BOQs and technical specifications.
• Monitor cable trenching, cable laying, termination, jointing and cable testing activities.
• Ensure proper installation of earthing and lightning protection systems.
• Coordinate installation and testing of transformers, RMUs, switchgear, protection relays and associated electrical equipment.
• Supervise pre-commissioning, testing and commissioning of electrical systems.
• Coordinate with EPC contractors, subcontractors, vendors, consultants and utility/DISCOM representatives.
• Monitor project progress and ensure electrical activities are completed as per the project schedule.
• Conduct regular site inspections and identify technical issues, deviations and quality concerns.
• Ensure electrical works comply with approved drawings, specifications, applicable IS/IEC standards and project requirements.
• Prepare daily and weekly progress reports and maintain electrical site documentation.
• Verify electrical materials received at site against approved specifications and BOQs.
• Support inspection and testing of electrical equipment and maintain test reports.
• Identify electrical faults and coordinate troubleshooting and rectification.
• Monitor and close electrical punch points before project handover.
• Coordinate with the SCADA team for electrical monitoring and communication systems.
• Ensure strict compliance with electrical safety, LOTO, PTW, JSA and HSE requirements.
• Support final documentation, as-built drawings, test certificates and commissioning records.