Project Design Engineer
Solarvest
Apply to this jobWe are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Project Design Engineer to join our Engineering team. In this role, you will assist in creating technical designs, layouts, and simulations for Commercial & Industrial (C&I) solar rooftop projects. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on, real-world experience in the fast-growing renewable energy sector.
Responsibilities:
Design & Engineering
- Conduct site surveys and collect technical information required for solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) design.
- Design rooftop solar PV and energy storage systems in accordance with applicable Vietnamese regulations, EVN requirements, TCVN standards, IEC standards, and company engineering standards.
- Prepare preliminary layouts, single-line diagrams (SLD), detailed engineering drawings, cable routing, equipment layouts, and construction drawings using AutoCAD and other engineering software.
- Perform PV system simulations using PVsyst and prepare technical feasibility studies, energy yield analysis, and performance calculations.
- Prepare equipment sizing, Bill of Quantity (BOQ), and technical specifications.
- Review and optimize engineering designs to improve system performance, constructability, safety, and cost effectiveness
Project Coordination
- Coordinate closely with the HQ Design team throughout design development, review, and approval processes.
- Support the Business Development team by preparing preliminary designs, technical proposals, and customer presentations.
- Coordinate with Project Engineers during project execution to resolve engineering issues and provide timely design revisions.
- Review subcontractor drawings and ensure compliance with project specifications and engineering standards.
- Prepare tender drawings, shop drawings, construction drawings, and as-built drawings.
Quality & Documentation
- Ensure CAD standards, document control procedures, and drawing revision processes are consistently followed.
- Support engineering documentation required for customer submissions, authority approvals, and project handover.
- Ensure engineering deliverables are completed accurately and within project schedules.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum 1–3 years of experience in Solar PV design (C&I rooftop experience preferred).
- Experience in EPC project design and engineering coordination is highly preferred.
- Good understanding of Vietnamese electrical regulations, TCVN, IEC standards, and EVN interconnection requirements.
- Proficient in AutoCAD.
- Proficient in PVsyst.
- Familiar with SketchUp, Helioscope, or equivalent engineering software is an advantage.
- Experience preparing BOQ, technical specifications, and engineering documentation.
- Ability to independently perform site surveys and prepare preliminary designs.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Able to work independently while coordinating effectively with cross-functional teams and HQ.
- Good command of written and spoken English is an advantage.
Summary
Designs solar PV and energy storage systems, prepares technical drawings, and coordinates projects.
Job title
Project Design Engineer
Experience level
1-3 years
Minimum experience
1+ years exp
Industry
renewable energy
Location requirements
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, on-site; remote not specified
Salary
Not specified
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam