Technical Project Manager

Job Description – Technical Project Manager (Solar Energy)

Location: Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
 Experience: Minimum 3 Years
Salary: Up to ₹6 LPA Industry: Solar Energy / Renewable Energy

Job Summary

We are looking for a highly competent and technically strong Technical Project Manager – Solar Energy to lead end-to-end solar power project execution, including technical planning, engineering coordination, procurement, installation, commissioning, and project delivery.

The ideal candidate must possess strong expertise in solar PV systems, electrical engineering, project execution, technical troubleshooting, vendor management, and site operations. This role requires the ability to independently manage multiple project activities, resolve complex technical challenges, and ensure projects are delivered within defined timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

Responsibilities :

* Lead end-to-end execution of solar power projects, from feasibility assessment and technical planning to commissioning and handover.

* Develop detailed project schedules, resource allocation plans, cost estimates, and execution strategies.

* Review and validate solar PV system designs, electrical single-line diagrams (SLDs), layouts, BOQs, and technical specifications.

* Manage installation and commissioning of solar PV modules, inverters, transformers, HT/LT panels, cables, and protection systems.

* Coordinate with electrical engineers, civil contractors, EPC teams, procurement departments, vendors, and subcontractors.

* Monitor project progress against milestones, budgets, productivity targets, and contractual commitments.

* Identify and resolve complex technical issues involving DC/AC systems, inverter synchronization, earthing, protection, and grid connectivity.

* Ensure compliance with applicable CEA regulations, electrical safety standards, IEC standards, and DISCOM interconnection requirements.

* Conduct technical inspections, quality audits, site assessments, and commissioning tests.

* Manage project documentation, technical reports, risk registers, change requests, and client progress reports.

* Handle material procurement planning, vendor negotiations, inventory tracking, and cost optimization.

* Ensure effective implementation of safety procedures, risk assessments, and quality control measures at project sites.

* Troubleshoot underperforming solar installations and implement corrective and preventive actions.

* Coordinate with clients, consultants, government authorities, and utility providers for approvals and project clearances.

 Mandatory Technical Skills :

* Strong knowledge of Solar PV systems and renewable energy technologies.

* Expertise in On-grid, Off-grid, and Hybrid Solar Systems.

* Solar PV system design, sizing, load calculations, and energy yield estimation.

* Electrical SLD preparation and interpretation.

* Knowledge of DC/AC cabling, inverter configuration, transformers, HT/LT systems, and switchgear.

* Understanding of grid synchronization, net metering, and grid connectivity.

* Knowledge of AutoCAD and PVsyst.

* Expertise in project scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning.

* Strong understanding of electrical testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting.

* Knowledge of IEC, IS, CEA, and electrical safety standards.

* Advanced Excel and project reporting skills.

Education :

* B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering / Electrical and Electronics Engineering / Renewable Energy Engineering.

* Candidates with relevant Solar EPC project execution experience will be preferred.

Note :

* Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in solar project execution or solar EPC operations.

* Must have independently handled solar project execution activities.

* Experience managing site engineers, technicians, contractors, and vendors.

* Demonstrated experience in project delivery within timelines and budgets.

* Candidates with only theoretical solar knowledge or sales-only experience will not be considered.

Preferred Candidates - what we are expecting:

* Strong technical decision-making and problem-solving abilities.

* Ability to manage multiple project sites simultaneously.

* Excellent leadership, coordination, and negotiation skills.

* Willingness to travel to project sites whenever required.

* Ability to work under strict deadlines and challenging site conditions.