Senior Solar PV Consultant

Senior Solar PV Consultant – Abu Dhabi

Wood is recruiting a Senior Solar PV Consultant to join our Renewables business in Abu Dhabi
, supporting renewable energy, energy storage, and hybrid power projects across the Middle East.

Our Clean Energy Centre of Excellence operates globally, and we are expanding our presence in the UAE to support the region’s ambitious energy transition goals. This role will be based in Abu Dhabi
, with opportunities for regional travel and collaboration with global teams.

Join a culture of innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible to deliver sustainable solutions for our clients. Being part of Wood means having access to a vast network of industry experts across multiple sectors and countries. Expect significant learning opportunities to gain a holistic understanding of the renewable energy industry.

Wood is committed to further developing talented professionals with expertise in renewable energy to ensure the future success of our organization and the energy sectors we support.

As a Senior Solar PV Consultant
, you will be a technical expert with consulting or engineering background working on the delivery of advisory and owner’s engineering services for utility‑scale solar PV plants for lenders, investors, developers, and asset owners. You will also be a technical point of reference for solar data analysis and pre‑construction and operational energy yields.

• Have 5-10 years of previous work experience in the solar PV industry in a consultancy, developer, investor, or utility environment
• Have meaningful experience working with hybrid PV+BESS systems
• Demonstrate strong technical writing skills, producing clear, cohesive, and client‑ready reports
• Thrive in multi‑disciplinary team environments, collaborating effectively across engineering and commercial functions
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Mentor junior consultants and actively contribute to knowledge‑sharing initiatives within Wood

Within our Renewables consultancy business, we serve a diverse client base across the Middle East and globally, including leading private developers, investment banks, utilities, power generation companies, and technology research centers. Our services span advisory, project management, and owner’s engineering across all project phases.

Our specialisms include solar PV
, onshore and offshore wind
, green hydrogen
, energy storage
, grid infrastructure
, and industrial decarbonization – critical to enabling the UAE’s and GCC’s energy transition.

• Impactful projects delivered to industry leaders shaping the future of energy in the Middle East
• Technical and personal development resources
• Mentorship and career support
• Flexible working arrangements (hybrid options where applicable)
• Competitive salary and benefits aligned with UAE market standards
• Private medical insurance and life cover for you and your family
• Global networking opportunities with experts shaping the future of energy
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion, fostering a collaborative and respectful workplace
• A collaborative, united direct team where multiple technical experts share knowledge and inspire growth and innovation

• Lead solar PV projects, providing engineering inputs from initial assessment, through to technical and economic feasibility, development phase, technical due diligence, design optimisation, financing, construction monitoring, acceptance and operation monitoring
• Lead or review independent solar resource and energy yield assessments
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for clients, ensuring solutions meet project‑specific constraints and regional standards
• Prepare technical documentation: specifications, reports, proposals, and Employer’s Requirements
• Review project contracts and identify technical risks (PPAs, EPC, MSA, O&M agreements)
• Provide technical input for R&D initiatives in solar PV
• Conduct site visits across the Middle East and internationally
• Support integration of solar PV plants with regional grids and infrastructure
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and deliverables while maintaining…