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

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

Location: Bangaore

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:

o 2–5 years for Diploma holders, 1–3 years for Engineers.

o Hands-on exposure to solar project installation (rooftop or ground-

mount).

• Skills:

o Good knowledge of solar electrical systems (DC, AC, LT/HT interface).

o Ability to read drawings (civil, structural, electrical).

o Vendor/subcontractor coordination.

o 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.

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.

Requirements