Site Engineer

About the Company

Job Description Site Engineer (Solar C&I Projects)

About the Role

Position: Site Engineer Solar EPC (Rooftop & Ground-Mounted C&I Projects)

Location: Project sites in industrial regions (Mumbai/Pune, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Bengaluru/Chennai). Frequent travel/long site postings expected.

Reporting To: Project Manager

Role Objective

To supervise and execute on-site installation of solar EPC projects, ensuring quality, safety, and timely progress as per design and project plan.

Responsibilities

• Site Supervision & Execution
• Oversee daily installation activities (module mounting, structure erection, cabling, inverter & LT/HT panels, earthing, etc.).
• Coordinate with subcontractors, technicians, and labour teams for smooth execution.
• Verify work against drawings and BOQ.

• Quality & Safety
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, PPE usage, and safe installation practices.
• Conduct on-site quality checks and inspection of materials and workmanship.
• Maintain site checklists, quality reports, and handover documentation.

• Material & Resource Management
• Track and manage receipt of materials at site; maintain stock records.
• Raise material indents/requirements to PM on time.
• Minimize wastage and optimize resource utilization.

• Coordination & Reporting
• Act as the first point of contact for day-to-day site issues.
• Provide daily/weekly progress updates to the Project Manager.
• Assist in site measurements, billing verification, and client inspections.

• Testing & Commissioning Support
• Support pre-commissioning tests (continuity, insulation resistance, string testing, etc.).
• Assist in synchronisation with grid/discom approvals.
• Ensure smooth site handover to O&M team.

Qualifications

• Education: Diploma / B.E. in Electrical / Mechanical / Civil.
• Experience:
• 25 years for Diploma holders, 13 years for Engineers.
• Hands-on exposure to solar project installation (rooftop or ground-mount).

Required Skills

• Good knowledge of solar electrical systems (DC, AC, LT/HT interface).
• Ability to read drawings (civil, structural, electrical).
• Vendor/subcontractor coordination.
• Strong problem-solving and site communication.

Preferred Skills

• Performance Metrics (KPIs)
• Adherence to site schedule (actual vs. planned progress).
• Safety compliance (zero accidents).
• Quality compliance (snag-free execution).
• Material reconciliation accuracy.
• Client/PM satisfaction with site execution.

Pay range and compensation package

• Compensation Range (Indicative, C&I EPC mid-sized firm)
• Diploma Engineers: Commensurate with Industry Standards
• Graduate Engineers (B.E./B.Tech): Commensurate with Industry Standards
• Site allowances, travel reimbursement, and stay/food at project site extra.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.