Solar PV Expert / Technical Advisor | Saudi Arabia

Hudson Manpower

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About The Position

We are seeking a highly experienced Solar PV Expert / Technical Advisor to support large-scale renewable energy projects. The ideal candidate will provide technical leadership across project development, design evaluation, performance analysis, and risk assessment for utility-scale solar PV plants. This role requires strong expertise in solar technologies, engineering analysis, and financial/technical decision support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Renewable Energy / Electrical Engineering or related field
• 12–20 years of total professional experience
• Minimum 8–15 years in utility-scale Solar PV projects
• PV design & simulation tools: PVsyst, Helioscope, HOMER Pro, MATLAB
• Strong understanding of solar PV system design, grid integration, and performance modeling
• Knowledge of energy modeling, shading analysis, and system optimization
• Understanding of financial modeling and LCOE analysis
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking
• Ability to evaluate large-scale renewable energy investments
• Excellent understanding of technical and financial trade-offs
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Decision-making in high-value infrastructure projects

Nice To Haves

• NABCEP Certification
• PMP (Project Management Professional)
• Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Responsibilities

• Lead technical due diligence for utility-scale solar PV projects during development and execution phases
• Review and validate system design, engineering layouts, and single-line diagrams (SLDs)
• Conduct energy yield assessments and performance simulations using industry-standard tools
• Evaluate and recommend PV technologies, modules, inverters, and balance-of-system (BOS) components
• Perform risk assessment and technical advisory for investment and EPC decisions
• Support project teams in design optimization and cost-performance balancing
• Analyze and benchmark LCOE (Levelized Cost of Energy) and project feasibility
• Provide expert input on contractor technical submissions and vendor evaluations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including EPC, procurement, and project finance
• Ensure compliance with international solar standards and best engineering practices

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees