Technical & Engineering Solutions Director (Solar Power
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Qureos seeks a Technical & Engineering Solutions Director to lead solar PV system design and deployment in Riyadh. The role requires 7-10 years of experience in solar PV, including 3 years in leadership, and expertise in PVsyst, HelioScope, and AutoCAD.
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Responsibilities
- Lead the technical and engineering department, holding full accountability for assessment, design, and integration of comprehensive solar PV systems across residential, agricultural, industrial, and commercial sectors.
- Evaluate and approve technical specifications for cutting edge solar modules and monitor commercial conversion efficiency ceilings.
- Select and audit solar inverters and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) for agricultural water pumping.
- Design and implement innovative thermal insulation and cooling enclosures to protect sensitive inverters and battery banks.
- Specify DC/AC cabling parameters and conduct voltage drop and power loss calculations.
- Oversee preparation of detailed electrical and mechanical blueprints for projects ranging from residential rooftops to large scale industrial and agricultural plants.
- Utilize advanced simulation software for yield assessments, string configuration, shading analysis, and temperature degradation modeling.
- Design robust structural mounting systems and galvanized steel foundations for high wind loads and dust accumulation.
- Review, analyze, and technically audit commercial bids from international and local manufacturers.
- Draft precise Technical Specifications and RFPs for procurement and contract deployment.
- Conduct techno economic feasibility studies calculating LCOE and ROI to present business cases to investors.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Renewable Energy Engineering or Electrical Engineering (Power & Energy Systems)
- Minimum 7 to 10 years of progressive experience in solar PV system design and deployment
- At least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role overseeing large scale commercial, industrial, or agricultural solar projects
- Deep knowledge of global solar supply chain and market leading brands
- Proven hands on experience designing off grid direct solar pumping systems (Solar VFDs) and handling heavy inductive loads
- Advanced proficiency in PVsyst, HelioScope, or AutoCAD
- Strong commercial negotiation skills
- Analytical problem solving mindset
- Ability to lead, mentor, and align a multidisciplinary team
- Master's Degree in Sustainable Energy Engineering or Engineering Project Management (preferred)
- PMP certification (preferred)
- NABCEP PV Installation Professional or equivalent certification (preferred)
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Job Purpose
- To lead the technical and engineering department of the company, holding full accountability for the assessment, design, and integration of comprehensive solar PV systems across various sectors (Residential, Agricultural, Industrial, and Commercial).
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate and approve technical specifications for cutting edge solar modules (e.g., N Type, TOPCon, HJT cells) and monitor commercial conversion efficiency ceilings.
- Select and audit solar inverters and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) for agricultural water pumping, ensuring maximum MPPT algorithm efficiency under harsh local weather conditions.
- Design and implement innovative thermal insulation and cooling enclosures to protect sensitive inverters and battery banks from extreme summer temperatures.
- Specify DC/AC cabling parameters, conducting precise voltage drop and power loss calculations to optimize overall plant yield (Performance Ratio).
- Oversee the preparation of detailed electrical and mechanical blueprints for projects ranging from residential rooftops to large scale industrial and agricultural plants (capacities exceeding 400 kW).
- Utilize advanced simulation software to conduct yield assessments, string configuration, shading analysis, and temperature degradation modeling.
- Design robust structural mounting systems and galvanized steel foundations capable of withstanding high wind loads and dust accumulation in open or desert environments.
- Review, analyze, and technically audit commercial bids submitted by international (Tier 1/Tier 2) and local manufacturers.
- Draft precise Technical Specifications and Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for procurement and contract deployment.
- Conduct techno economic feasibility studies, calculating Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) and Return on Investment (ROI) to present compelling business cases to industrial, commercial, and agricultural investors.
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Renewable Energy Engineering or Electrical Engineering (Power & Energy Systems) (required).
- Master’s Degree in Sustainable Energy Engineering or Engineering Project Management (preferred).
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (preferred).
- Globally recognized professional solar certifications (e.g., NABCEP PV Installation Professional or equivalent) (preferred).
Professional Experience & Skills
- Minimum of 7 to 10 years of progressive experience in solar PV system design and deployment, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role overseeing large scale commercial, industrial, or agricultural solar projects.
- Deep knowledge of the global solar supply chain, pricing dynamics, and market leading brands in the tier one module and inverter categories.
- Proven hands on experience designing off grid direct solar pumping systems (Solar VFDs) and handling heavy inductive loads (e.g., 200 HP water pumps and above).
- Advanced proficiency in industry standard design and simulation software such as PVsyst, HelioScope, or AutoCAD.
- Strong commercial negotiation skills to audit technical contracts and optimize Balance of System (BOS) costs without compromising quality.
- Analytical problem solving mindset capable of troubleshooting unexpected site issues (e.g., grid coupling issues or thermal clipping).
- Ability to lead, mentor, and align a multidisciplinary team of design engineers and field technicians.
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