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- Site survey.
- Project data collection and review.
- Review and assessment of solar resources from satellite data and local measurements stations.
- Solar Technology assessment including:-
- Module Technology, type, size, etc.
- Mounting Systems/structures (tracking vs. fixed mounting; ground fixation methods; material and coating, etc.)
- PV modules cleaning (methods/techniques, frequency, total cost, water needs, etc.).
- Operation and Maintenance.
- Monitoring and control system.
- Performing shading analysis (near shading, self-shading, and far shading).
- Developing conceptual and detailed plant design (including PV plant layout, civil works, electrical Balance of System, Grid connection/integration, etc.). The design output must include:-
- The optimum tilt angle.
- The optimum orientation.
- The optimum DC/AC ratio.
- The best PV configuration which minimizes the shading effects and optimizes the GCR.
- Optimized locations for Inverter stations, array boxes, cable routes, inner roads, power plant MV substation, services and control building, etc.
- Performance ratio, capacity factor, and energy yield optimization.
- GRID integration recommendations.
- Conducting technical studies – with complete documentation - related to the whole power plant:
- Short Circuit Calculations.
- Voltage Drop Calculations.
- Power losses Calculations.
- Cable selection, cable routing, cable laying, etc.
- Distribution Networks design.
- Preparing detailed BoM and Technical Specifications for all system components such as:-
- PV modules.
- Mounting structures.
- LV/MV Transformers and transformer Kiosks.
- Main MV Switchgear and MV RMUs.
- Control, LV, and MV cables.
- Fibre Optic network.
- Monitoring and control systems.
- Civil works.
- Preparing shop drawings for projects execution that includes:
- Single Line Diagrams.
- Layout drawings.
- Schematic diagrams.
- Method statements.
Dealing with:
- Engineering Section Head.
- Tendering and Proposals Engineers.
- Project Coordinators/Engineers/Managers.
- Site Engineers/Managers.
- Procurement and Logistics.
- Documents control.
- QA/QC and HSE.
Job Requirements
Years of Experience Needed
1+ years in Solar Energy Engineering and Design field; preferably with:
- Experience in Medium and High Voltage Substations with a multinational exposure.
- Academic studies in solar energy generation.
Major Specialization
- Electrical Power Engineering.
Certifications
- Sc. in Electrical Power Engineering
Job Competencies
- Fluent in Arabic and English – French is a plus.
- Excellent computer skills (standard software packages), Microsoft office, AutoCAD, Etap, PVsyst, PVSOL, SketchUp.
- Self-motivated.
- Well organized.
- Innovative and creative.
- Disciplined to follow quality standards and procedures.
- Risk taker
- Ready to travel frequently inside/outside Egypt (especially to African countries).