A typical Solar PV Designer's job will predominantly revolve around following three key responsibilities :

- Calculations & Design

- BOM Preparation

- Overseeing project execution

Depending on the specific position and role, your job will involve some or all of the following:

- Use custom software tools to design PV ground mounted and roof top systems

- Perform accurate system sizing calculations

- Create electrical single-line diagrams, panel schedules, or connection diagrams for solar electric systems, using computer-aided design (CAD)/ PVsyst software

- Run PVsyst reports for system production estimates

- Develop optimal designs with SLD, PML, conduit and wire scheduling, routing and equipment plans, and conceptual 3-D renderings

- Execute designs that adhere to grid compliance and permitting requirements

- Building detailed bills of materials based on system specifications

- Coordinates with management team to develop complete proposal packages

- Work across functionally with sales,



project management and installation teams to ensure clients' needs and internal deadlines are met

- Troubleshoot design and construction issues in the field

Typical Qualifications Expected:

- Educational qualification and experience needed for the solar PV designer job depends on each company's requirements.

- Most companies prefer candidates with at least 1 year experience in doing dedicated engineering of Solar projects.

- An Electrical Engineering degree will be an added advantage.

Skills Expected:

- Ability to design PV systems at 11/22/33/66 kV power levels

- Has knowledge in PVSYST and AutoCAD

- Has knowledge in electrical design concepts

Other Requirements & Expectations:

- Should be ready for field visits

- Should be versatile to perform project management role if needed

- A quality mindset and attention to detail are some of the important qualities for this job

📌 Solar Designer (India)
🏢 Green World Renewable Energy
📍 India