Design Engineer at Havenhill Synergy Limited

Job Title: Design Engineer

Job Description

• As a Design Engineer, you will support the Projects team in developing detailed solar design specifications and functional requirements for mini-grids, as well as residential, commercial, and industrial solar energy systems.

Key Responsibilities
Energy Data Analysis & Design Translation

• Interpret customer data to identify energy needs and site performance characteristics.
• Propose preliminary design concepts based on data insights, including system capacity, component selection, and layout.

Solar System Analysis & Design:

• Conduct engineering site surveys to collect structural, electrical, and related data for solar power system designs.
• Create electrical single-line diagrams, panel schedules, and connection diagrams using CAD software.
• Simulate solar photovoltaic (PV) system performance and energy production to optimize efficiency.
• Develop and refine system designs, including SLDs, PMLs, conduit and wire schedules, routing plans, and 3D renderings.
• Design arrangements for solar panels (rooftops, ground mounts, etc.), electrical equipment, and cabling layouts with technical sizing calculations.

Evaluation & Compliance:

• Review plans and specifications for technological and environmental considerations.
• Ensure designs comply with grid connection standards, permitting, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications & Skills
Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.Eng/B.Sc.) or HND in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Physics, Solar Energy, or a related field.

Training

• Relevant training: Mini-Grid Design, SPVIS, NAPTIN, or equivalent.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years experience designing solar PV systems.
• Hands-on experience with solar design systems, PV technologies, and engineering tools.

Technical Expertise:

• Proficient in engineering software such as HOMER, PVSyst, Helioscope, SketchUp, AutoCAD, and Visio.
• Strong understanding of AC/DC systems, power supply, loads, inverters, and transformers.
• Familiarity with fieldwork and installation processes.

Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in computer applications (Google Suite, MS Word, Excel, etc.).
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to work at heights, lift heavy objects, and travel extensively to remote locations.
• Detail-oriented, innovative, and capable of working autonomously.

Application Instructions:

The application deadline is on 28th January, 2025. Therefore, qualified and interested candidates can “CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT APPLICATION” It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply successfully for this vacancy.

Official Website: http://havenhillsynergy.com/