Solar Design Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Role and Responsibilities

Solmacher Solar Energy is a renewable energy solutions provider based in Doha, Qatar, specializing in solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, energy storage solutions, and innovative solar infrastructure. We deliver tailored solutions for commercial, industrial, and utility-scale applications, including rooftop and ground-mounted PV systems, solar carports, hybrid power systems, and mini-grids.

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Solar Design Engineer to join our growing team and contribute to the design and engineering of reliable, efficient, and cost-effective renewable energy projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and develop solar PV systems for rooftop, ground-mounted, solar carport, and other commercial and industrial applications.

Prepare detailed solar PV layouts, electrical single-line diagrams (SLDs), schematic drawings, cable sizing calculations, and equipment specifications.

Perform solar energy yield assessments, shading analysis, system sizing, and performance simulations.

Develop and review engineering drawings, technical specifications, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), and Bills of Materials (BOMs).

Support the design of on-grid, off-grid, and hybrid solar systems, including battery energy storage systems (BESS) and mini-grid applications.

Conduct site surveys and technical assessments to evaluate installation requirements, existing electrical infrastructure, and site constraints.

Select and evaluate solar modules, inverters, mounting structures, batteries, and other balance-of-system components.

Review tender documents, technical specifications, and client requirements to ensure compliance with project scope and applicable standards.

Coordinate with project management, procurement, suppliers, consultants, and installation teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Prepare technical submittals, material approval requests (MARs), design calculations, and documentation required for client and authority approvals.

Support technical proposals, feasibility studies, value engineering, and cost optimization.

Assist with design reviews, troubleshooting, commissioning support, and as-built documentation.

Ensure engineering deliverables meet applicable Qatar regulatory requirements, project specifications, and relevant IEC and other applicable standards.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in solar PV design and engineering, preferably in an EPC or renewable energy company.

Preferred Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD and PVsyst; experience with HelioScope, SketchUp, or similar engineering software is an advantage.

Good understanding of solar PV system design, electrical calculations, cable sizing, protection systems, earthing, and equipment selection.

Practical knowledge of on-grid, off-grid, and hybrid solar systems.

Familiarity with battery energy storage systems, mini-grids, and energy management solutions is an advantage.

Knowledge of applicable IEC standards, utility interconnection requirements, and local authority approval processes.

Experience preparing SLDs, BOQs, technical specifications, engineering drawings, and material submittals.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and coordination skills.

Good command of written and spoken English.

Please submit your updated CV through LinkedIn or send your application to info@solmacher.com, using “Solar Design Engineer – Application” as the subject line.