Solar Energy Engineer

Following the approval of Cabinet, the Bahrain’s Sustainable Energy Unit (SEU) was established in November 2014 by way of a formal agreement between the Minister of Energy and the UNDP.

The key objectives of the Unit are to develop a cohesive and sustainable energy policy and to promote Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency and Conservation in the country. The Unit will also work towards bridging the legal, institutional, and capacity gaps in order for the Bahrain energy sector to meet the future challenges.

SEU is the entity mandated to lead and promote energy efficiency practices, transfer and diffuse renewable energy technologies and draft related policies and regulatory frameworks in close coordination with stakeholders and partners in the Kingdom of Bahrain. SEU has developed the National Energy Efficiency Energy Action Plan (NEEAP) and the National Renewable Energy Action Plan (NREAP) in accordance with the guidelines of the League of Arab States, with articulated targets that will eventually be the base for developing the National Energy Policy.

SEU is seeking for a qualified Solar Energy Engineer to provide expert services to the NREAP implementation committees and to a range of public sector and private sector stakeholders within Bahrain.

Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Director of the Sustainable Energy Unit, the Solar Energy Engineer is responsible for providing technical assistance to public and private sector stakeholders in effective delivery of solar energy projects in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The Solar Energy Engineer promotes a collaborative, client-oriented approach consistent with UNDP rules and regulations. 

Summary of key functions:

• Provide technical support in planning, designing, and implementing solar energy projects in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
• Provide support with organizing trainings for solar PV Installers & Contractors.
• Review private sector proposals received by SEU for the development of solar projects in Bahrain.
• Develop communication content related to the development of solar energy in Bahrain.
• Deliver presentations on Solar Energy as part of the SEU Outreach and Communications programs.

1.     Ensure effective planning, design and implementation of solar energy projects focusing on the achievement of the following results:

• Carry out cost and benefit analyses for solar PV systems
• Conduct engineering site visits to assess and document site dimensions, electrical systems, PV array location, load data, and utility interconnection options for use in design of solar systems
• Perform computer simulation of solar photovoltaic generation system; performance or energy production to optimize efficiency
• Design of photovoltaic or solar thermal systems
• Develop design specifications for solar energy systems or components
• Create electrical single-line diagrams, or connection diagrams for solar electric systems using computer-aided design (CAD) software
• Create plans for solar energy system development, monitoring, and evaluation activities.

2.     Ensure effective technical support to SEU stakeholders during installation, start-up, testing, system commissioning, or performance monitoring focusing on the achievement of the following results:

• Support for producing standard operation procedures and quality or safety standards for solar installation work consistent with existing international standards
• Assist key stakeholders in implementing new standards and procedures
• Assist with creating checklists for review or inspection of completed solar installation projects.
• Provide technical support to key national or commercial projects.

3.     Assist SEU and Project Development Managers in writing tender documents and contracts.

• Provide technical support to SEU stakeholders in drafting terms of reference and other tender related documentation for the development and implementation of solar energy projects.
• Foster effective and positive business relationships with all parties throughout project phases
• Participation in regular internal meetings
• Perform other relevant duties as required.

Corporate Competencies

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.

Functional Competencies

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Advanced level of computer skills
• Ability to perform PV system modelling. 

Communication 

• Good communication skill both in writing and oral including networking and interpersonal skills;
• Proven ability to persuade and influence others to cooperate.

Client Orientation

• Researches potential solutions to internal and external client needs and reports back in a timely, succinct and appropriate fashion;
• Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines;
• Establishes, builds and sustains effective relationships within the work unit and with internal and external clients;
• Proven ability to build strong relations with partners, clients for positive feedback;
• Ability to undertake and apply gender analysis to ensure gender equitable solutions

Professionalism

• Demonstrate professional competence and mastery of subject matter
• Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results;
• Speaks and writes clearly and effectively and demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• Willing to undertake other assignments as provided by the Head of the Facility

Full Terms of Reference and details may be downloaded from: http://www.bh.undp.org/content/bahrain/en/home/operations/jobs

Interested and qualified candidates are required to create a personal profile through the link provided above and to attach the CV and an application letter for the job; noting that only electronic applications submitted through the website will be considered, no later than 28^th February 2018.

Applications that do not meet job requirements will NOT be considered.

The United Nations Development Programme in the Kingdom of Bahrain is an employer committed to gender equality and to providing equal opportunities for all.