Project Engineer (Solar Power Generation)

Job Description:

Objective:    Develop and evaluate renewable (Wind/Solar) energy-related projects, manage the company’s existing portfolio of renewable energy projects installed at various sites and strive to improve energy efficiency and increase power generation from these projects. He shall be specializing in electrical machines, maintenance & repairs of electrical and mechanical equipment, electrical power systems, etc.

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities:

• Manage the company’s existing portfolio of Renewable Power (Wind & Solar) to ensure maximum generation is achieved from all sites and consequently results in better revenues for the company.
• Keep a close watch on the performance of Wind Turbine Generators (WTGs) and solar panels installed at various sites and analyze Daily Reports received from these sites.
• Ensure minimum breakdown days and follow-up on the earliest possible restoration of the WTGs or Solar machines in case of any breakdown or shutdown.
• Monitor the Generation of each machine and compare it with the previous year’s data and assured generation of the machines to identify any significant drop in generation.
• Visit the sites of WTGs/Solar Machines in case of any breakdowns or any other issues and take detailed reports and follow-up.
• Play a key role in new and upcoming projects of the company in renewable power generation by giving valuable inputs on site selection, location selection, analyzing the wind mast data, Micro-setting drawings, etc.
• Conduct job site observations, field inspections, or sub-metering to collect data for energy conservation analyses.
• Should have complete knowledge of the latest models/ technologies being used in Wind and Solar energy in the market
• Prepare project reports and other program or technical documentation.
• Conduct research or collect data on renewable or alternative energy systems or technologies such as solar thermal and photovoltaic energy.
• Review or negotiate O&M agreements, power purchase agreements, etc.

Follow-up with State Electricity companies or Private clients for payments related to renewable power sale.

Candidate’s Competencies

• Candidate must be Graduate/ Post Graduate in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred)
• Min 03 to 05 Years of Experience in a renewable energy company.
• Must be a good team person with leading abilities. Must be able to drive a team towards desired targets. Must be a trustworthy and high level of integrity and Commitment.