Job Description – Site Engineer (Solar C&I Projects)

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.

Key Responsibilities

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.

Desired Profile

• Education: Diploma / B.E. in Electrical / Mechanical / Civil.
• Experience:
• 2–5 years for Diploma holders, 1–3 years for Engineers.
• Hands-on exposure to solar project installation (rooftop or ground-mount).
• 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.

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.

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.