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Renewable Solar PV Design Engineer / Estimator at Energy Talent Company (On-Site)

Full Time | Senior Role | Nigeria

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Description

A driven Renewable Design Engineer / Estimator for conceptual design of solar developments and detailed design of solar projects. The conceptual design will involve collecting preliminary site information, performing site layouts, and iterating different technology cases /scenarios to optimizing energy output of the solar PV power plant.

Successful Candidate will be responsible for electrical calculations and designs, preparation of bill of materials, Project Cost estimate, detailed construction designs, as-built drawings, RFI, RFQ, and.

In this role, you will also work closely with our sales and project execution team.

Specifically, the position will involve some or all of the following:

Design solar solutions for projects – Mini-Grid, Roof Tops, etc.

Provide cost estimate for projects based on prepared design, drawing and BOQs.

Preparing SLD, Site Layout

Performing electrical calculations (cable sizing, Breakers, Grounding studies)

Materials / Equipment selection – Cables, Inverters, charge controllers, ESS, transformers, ATS, etc.

liaise with suppliers / vendor / OEM for favorable quote

Qualifications

  • Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering / Renewable Energy Engineering. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent written & verbal communication skills. Previous internship and/or related consulting experience (preferred).
  • Candidates must have sound experience with the following:
  • Minimum of 8 - 10 years of professional experience performing solar engineering design (required).
  • Electrical distribution systems at 11kV and 33kV power levels
  • Able to perform Electrical calculations.
  • Knowledge of electrical design theory and concepts.
  • Knowledge of IEC, NEC Code and AC/DC Design Theory.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with others towards resolving design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
  • Ability to independently complete required design
  • Ability to independently perform power optimization studies using PVsyst to meet client requirements or propose feasible options for any given site.
  • COREN Certification is an added advantage.
  • Software Requirements:
  • AutoCAD - expert level - at least 7 years hands-on drafting experience
  • PVsyst at advance level and knowledge of other PV design software preferred (Homer, PVCase, Helioscope, Helios 3D, SunDAT, or PVMega).
  • ETAP
  • Microsoft office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, project)

Responsibilities

  • Design of electrical panel – LV/MV Panels – synchronization panel, combiner box
  • Creating electrical single-line diagrams, panel schedules, or connection diagrams for solar electric systems, using computer-aided design (CAD) software
  • Performing PVsyst modeling.
  • Developing flawless designs conduit and wire scheduling, routing and equipment plans.
  • Executing designs that adhere to grid compliance and permitting requirements
  • Compiling detailed bills of materials based on system specifications
  • Coordinating with management team to develop complete proposal packages
  • Working with business development, project and installation teams to meet client’s needs and internal design standards.
  • Travel to project site as required and requested to support assignments on projects and overall office needs;
  • All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Benefit will be made available at the point of qualification.
  • Method of Application
  • Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV to: recruiter@energytalentco.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
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 Posted: 7/10/2024