Design Engineer – Solar PV & Electrical Systems

About the role

The Design Engineer will join the Solar PV design team, supporting the company’s growth by collaborating with the BD/Sales and Operations teams. The role involves end‑to‑end design of solar and electrical systems for commercial and industrial projects in the UAE.

Key responsibilities

• Perform preliminary data analysis, technical recommendations, and detailed design of PV solar assets, including PV‑Syst, Helioscope and Homer simulations.
• Create AutoCAD layouts, single‑line diagrams, shading analyses, and lab reports while ensuring compliance with utility standards and safety regulations.
• Generate project estimation sheets (CAPEX & OPEX), optimise designs for cost competitiveness, and coordinate with supply‑chain and execution teams.
• Support site surveys, kick‑off meetings, and provide technical expertise during construction, installation and testing phases.
• Stay updated on new solar technologies, attend supplier trainings and propose design optimisations to improve market competitiveness.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognised institution.
• Minimum 2 years of hands‑on Solar PV design experience in the UAE.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and collaborate across teams.

Required skills

• Solar PV design software (PVSyst, Helioscope, Homer, SketchUp).
• AutoCAD (mandatory) and ETAP (advantage).
• Cable‑sizing calculations and LV/MV panel design.
• Understanding of solar product certifications, utility standards and relevant regulations.