Principal Engineer - Solar Photovoltaic (Renewable Energy)

Principal Engineer - Solar PV (Renewables)

Company Description

About Enterprise Capabilities

Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM’s primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry. 

With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes.  

Start here. Grow here.

Job Description

We are seeking a Principal Engineer-Renewables (Solar PV) to join our Energy team in India. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated engineer to contribute to impactful Energy projects across global offices and continue developing their technical expertise in a supportive, high-performing team.

• Basic / Detailed Designing of overall PV Plant Layout (kW and MW scale).
• Preparing all BoS equipment drawings up to MV level.
• Conduct DC, MV level AC, Earthing and Lightning calculations.
• Prepare DC grouping, cable sizing and layout.
• Preparation of solar PV or hybrid plant SCADA architecture at MV level.
• Experience in conducting due diligence for solar PV plants and individual equipment.
• Maintain awareness of new product technologies.
• Technical report writing skills.
• Bill of Material (BoM) preparation.
• OEM, EPC and O&M Request for Proposal (RfP) preparation.
• Review of solar PV plant equipment & EPC technical documents.
• Conduct shading analysis for equipment as per geography and sun path.
• Experience working in floating PV project is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of working in hybrid projects across multiple geography.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have the following Qualifications:

• BE/ME Electrical Engineering in an appropriate engineering discipline from an accredited college or university. 
• 10-14 Years (Exposure to outside India projects preferably UK, USA, Canada Middle East,  & ANZ region)
• Software: AutoCAD, PVCase, ETAP, Google Sketchup, Microsoft Excel

Additional Information

At AECOM, our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. As part of this approach, we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Experience Level

Senior Level