- PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Accountabilities
Major Activities
Design / Engineering & Technical Due Diligence of Renewables - Greenfield & M&A projects
Key accountabilities and deliverables:
- Conduct feasibility studies to assess the viability of solar projects, considering factors such as solar irradiance, shading analysis, land profile energy production estimates,
- Perform technical analysis, simulations, and modeling of solar energy systems using relevant software tools. Optimize system layouts, equipment selection, energy output, and LCOE optimizations.
- Ensure compliance with local regulations, codes, and industry standards in the design process.
- Optimize system designs for efficiency, performance, and cost- effectiveness.
- PV Array design, AC, DC Layout, SLD, DC-AC schematic, cable sizing, cable schedule and loss calculations, Earthing design, etc.
- Manage multiple solar projects simultaneously, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
- Develop and oversee the design of solar power systems, including photovoltaic arrays, inverters, and interconnection components.
- M&A transactions technical due diligence covering design review, IS/IEC/CEA compliance and validation, site visit, identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions
and ensure project success; develop strategy and plan for possible repowering and performance enhancement.
- Review QA / QC document, Factory inspection of critical equipment, acceptance tests.
- Supporting project team for installation, start-up, testing, system commissioning and plant performance tests
- Provide technical support for the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of solar energy systems. Diagnose and resolve issues to maximize system uptime and performance.
- Evaluation of solar PV hybrid systems and integration with BESS.
- Prepare technical documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
Technical Innovation & Developing Solutions
- Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in solar engineering. Identify opportunities for innovation and propose new solutions to enhance system efficiency and performance.
Business Planning & Budget Forecasting
- Budgeting for Technical Services in accordance with Business Strategy on need basis
Developing self andothers
- Stay updated in the PV field, take courses, attend workshops, read books, and engage with new ideas.
- Delegate tasks and projects that provide growth opportunities and empower team members and help them learn new skills.
Management Functions
- Participate in formation of Regional Policies / Standards / Guidelines as necessary to guide O&M of Apraava Energy Assets
- Facilitate technical collaboration within Apraava Energy Assets on a need basis.
Interface with Hong Kong
- Engage with Hong Kong for all Apraava Energy related Technical Engagements (e.g., OTRs, Standards & Guidelines formation)
- Network with Subject Matter Experts in Hong Kong for experience sharing.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Educational Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in electrical/E&C Engineering or a related field. Advanced degree is a plus
Functional Skills
- Familiarity with relevant software tools for design, simulation such as ETAP, CYMCAP, Auto-cad, PV-SYST software.
- In-depth knowledge of solar power technologies, electrical systems, and grid integration.
- Proven experience in solar energy projects, with a focus on electrical engineering and system design.
- Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing and developing engineering teams.
- Project management experience, including the ability to handle multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with internal teams, clients, and external partners.
Relevant and total years of Experience
Overall experience: Minimum 12+ year of experience Specific experience in:
- Minimum 8 years of hands-on experience in Multi Megawatt Grid connected Solar Power plant DC-AC design and Engineering, Energy estimation, LCOE optimization, Preparing the BOQ and technical specification of the PV equipment’s, plant performance tests, optimization, and repowering.
- Consultancy background would be preferred.
- Experience on BESS and PV hybrid system is added advantage.
- M&A experience
