solar operation & maintenance engineer

Larsen & Toubro

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 Experience
 
 
 
 Min. 3 years /5 years for BE/Diploma holder having exp in Solar Operation &amp; Maintenance (at least should have handled single plant capacity of 20 MW solar power plant, experience in electrical equipment testing and commissioning is preferred)
 
 
 
 Roles &amp; Responsibility
 
 
 
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 Daily monitoring the functions of all electrical equipment&rsquo;s.
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 Carrying out PM and maintaining record
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 Attending Breakdown
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 Managing site team (Engr/Technicians)
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 Preparing Maintenance report
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 Plant SCADA monitoring through SCADA and taking corrective actions
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 Guiding Module cleaning Team
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 Guiding Vegetation control team
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 Good knowledge about maintenance SOP &ndash; equipment wise
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 Monitoring and co-ordination of Electrical testing team
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 All reports to be maintain as per site requirement.
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 Adhering organization Quality system
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 Adhering to organization EHS system
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 Adherence to O&amp;M manual requirements
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 Work under Site in-charge
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 Good knowledge about plant EHS practise, LOTO, PTW
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Engineer / Sr. Engineer- solar o&m

Madre Integrated Engineering

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 Job Title:
 
 Operation Engineer &ndash; Solar Power Plant
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Qatar
 
 
 
 Department:
 
 Operations &amp; Maintenance (O&amp;M)
 
 
 
 Reports To:
 
 Maintenance Supervisor (Power)
 
 
 Job Summary
 
 
 The Operation Engineer &ndash; Solar Power Plant is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation, maintenance, and switching of MV/HV electrical systems associated with solar power plants and grid interconnections. The role includes high-voltage switching, technical supervision, planning and scheduling, coordination with Kahramaa , contract administration, commissioning support, and ensuring full compliance with technical, HSE, and QatarEnergy requirements.
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 Operations &amp; High-Voltage Switching
 
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 Execute and authorize high-voltage switching operations for
 
 220 kV and 33 kV systems
 
 in line with approved technical procedures and HSE requirements.
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 Exercise broad authority to plan and perform switching activities, ensuring safe isolation, energization, and restoration of electrical systems.
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 Possess strong hands-on experience with
 
 220 kV GIS systems
 
 and 33 kV AIS substations within solar power plants or utility networks.
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 Coordinate switching activities with
 
 Kahramaa
 
 , control rooms, and site stakeholders to ensure uninterrupted and safe operations.
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 Kahramaa Authorization &amp; Interface
 
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 Successfully undergo and pass
 
 Kahramaa training, familiarization, and certification
 
 as a
 
 220 kV Substation Switching Engineer
 
 within
 
 three (3) months
 
 of assignment.
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 Act as the
 
 technical interface with Kahramaa
 
 for day-to-day operational coordination, system interruptions, and planned outages.
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 Monitor power
 
 import and export
 
 between the solar power plant and Kahramaa grid and
 
 lead the monthly invoicing and billing process
 
 .
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 Maintain full compliance with KM operational, technical, and safety standards at all times.
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 Technical Support &amp; Supervision
 
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 Provide technical leadership and guidance to all Technicians reporting to this position, ensuring they possess the required competence and authorization.
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 Support skill development, on-the-job training, and safe execution of electrical works.
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 Supervise Technicians during site execution to ensure timely, efficient, and high-quality completion of assigned work orders.
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 Planning, Scheduling &amp; Work Execution
 
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 Support the
 
 Maintenance Supervisor (Power)
 
 in planning and scheduling preventive and corrective maintenance activities in line with asset management policies.
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 Create, manage, and close
 
 SAP work orders
 
 , ensuring proper scope definition, prioritization, and resource allocation.
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 Arrange materials, tools, spare parts, and logistics to support maintenance and operational activities.
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 Scope of Work &amp; Contracting
 
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 Prepare detailed
 
 scopes of work
 
 , technical specifications, basic drawings, and
 
 bills of quantities (BOQs)
 
 for outsourced maintenance and service contracts.
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 Administer maintenance contracts by creating
 
 Release Orders
 
 and
 
 Service Entry Sheets (SES)
 
 in a timely manner.
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 Manage day-to-day coordination and performance of contractor managers and supervisors.
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 Health, Safety &amp; Environment (HSE)
 
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 Lead
 
 start-of-shift meetings
 
 , toolbox talks, and safety briefings.
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 Ensure all
 
 risk assessments, permits to work (PTW), Job Hazard Analyses (JHA), electrical authorizations, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
 
 requirements are completed and approved prior to authorizing work.
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 Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with QatarEnergy, KM, and site-specific HSE procedures.
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 Troubleshooting &amp; Reliability Support
 
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 Undertake troubleshooting of electrical systems and equipment within the assigned area to minimize downtime and operational risk.
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 Support the
 
 Reliability Engineer
 
 in conducting
 
 root cause analysis (RCA)
 
 ,
 
 Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
 
 , and continuous improvement initiatives.
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 Close-Outs, Commissioning &amp; Handover
 
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 Verify completion of work orders and update
 
 SAP
 
 with accurate details of materials consumed and actual labor hours.
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 Participate in commissioning and handover of new or modified equipment, including:
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 Verification of project dossiers
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 Review of as-built drawings
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 Validation of maintenance manuals and vendor documentation
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 Administration and tracking of equipment warranties
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 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
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 Education:
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in
 
 Electrical Engineering
 
 from an internationally recognized university or equivalent.
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 Experience:
 
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 Minimum
 
 10&ndash;12 years
 
 of experience in electrical engineering and technical practices related to
 
 power transmission and distribution systems
 
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 Proven experience in
 
 220 kV and 33 kV switching operations
 
 , preferably in solar power plants, utilities, or large industrial facilities.
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 Technical Expertise:
 
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 Strong working knowledge of MV/HV power systems and maintenance practices.
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 Hands-on experience with:
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 Power Transformers
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 220 kV GIS
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 33 kV AIS
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 HVAC systems
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 Fire Water Pumps
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 Fire &amp; Gas Systems
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 Proficiency in SAP PM for maintenance planning, execution, and close-out.
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 Skills &amp; Competencies
 
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 Strong leadership and supervisory skills
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 Excellent coordination and stakeholder management abilities
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 High level of safety awareness and risk management capability
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 Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills
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 Ability to work independently in a high-risk, mission-critical operations environment
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Operation Engineer(Solar Plant)

Trust Arabia Administrative Services & Consultancy

Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced PV Technician for a utility-scale Solar Power Plant project as part of a tender submission. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of solar photovoltaic systems to ensure optimal plant performance, safety, and availability in compliance with OEM guidelines and approved procedures.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Perform operation and maintenance activities for solar PV systems, including PV modules, trackers, inverters, MV stations, and associated equipment.</li><li>Carry out preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance in accordance with OEM recommendations, approved schematics, and Site Maintenance Procedures (SMPs).</li><li>Monitor plant performance and respond to inverter faults to restore generation within minimum downtime.</li><li>Conduct accurate and systematic troubleshooting of PV system faults following OEM-approved methods.</li><li>Execute Predictive Maintenance and Condition Monitoring activities to minimize breakdowns and unavailability events.</li><li>Maintain and inspect solar inverter systems, relay and control protection panels.</li><li>Operate and maintain solar tracking systems.</li><li>Support substation operation and maintenance, preferably with experience in HV/MV substations, switching, and plant operations.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all HSE requirements, site rules, and operational standards.</li><li>Maintain accurate maintenance logs, reports, and documentation.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Requirements<ul><li>Diploma (3 years) in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.</li><li>Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience, with proven experience as a PV Technician in Solar Power Plants.</li><li>Hands-on experience with:</li><li>Utility-scale solar PV plants</li><li>Inverters, trackers, and MV stations</li><li>1500V DC solar PV systems</li><li>Relay and control protection systems</li><li>HV/MV substation operation and switching (preferred)</li><li>Strong understanding of solar plant electrical systems and troubleshooting techniques.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a site-based environment.</li><li>Good communication skills and attention to detail.</li></ul>Preferred Skills<ul><li>OEM-specific inverter and tracker experience</li><li>Knowledge of SCADA monitoring systems</li><li>Experience in large-scale or utility solar projects</li></ul>How to ApplyInterested candidates who meet the above requirements are encouraged to apply by submitting their CV and relevant certifications to info@trustarabia.qa.Job Type: Full-time

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