Country
Qatar
City
DOHA
Workplace location
DOHA-AL FARDAN OFFICE TOWER(QAT)
Domain
Research Innovation&Developpt
Type of contract
VIE
Contract duration
24 Months
Experience
Less than 3 years

Context & Environment

The selected candidate will receive a VIE allowance according to the Business France rates.

The affiliate will provide a FLATSHARE accommodation.

Please check the conditions of the VIE program on the website: mon-vie-via.businessfrance.fr.

To be eligible for this program, you must be between 18 and 28 and hold the nationality of one of the countries in the European Economic Area.


Please apply in English !

Activities

Join our affiliate TotalEnergies E&P Qatar in Doha ! 

TotalEnergies is one of the largest energy companies in the world, with around 105,000 employees and operations in more than 130 countries.

 

The ambition of TotalEnergies is quite simply to become the leader in renewable energies. The group has been involved in photovoltaic energy research since 1983. It relies on an original innovation network model thanks to various partnerships, with the aim of developing technologies that will guarantee leadership in the short or medium term. This network includes partnerships with academic laboratories or start-ups, including the QEERI research center in Qatar.

 

In this context TotalEnergies wishes to strengthen its local presence with an engineer for a VIE position. The VIE will be under the direct responsibility of the local R&D manager and will work in close collaboration with the team in France.

TotalEnergies is looking for an experienced and motivated candidate to support the proper execution of the various activities of the solar R&D program, largely related to the installation and operation of photovoltaic systems and qualification studies of the various system components (panels, inverters, sensors, cleaning robots, etc.).

Most of the missions will be carried out on the test sites of local partners, in collaboration with their teams of engineers and technicians.


As a Solar R&D Engineer, your main tasks for this VIE mission will be as follows : 
  • Installation and Commissioning: Oversee the installation and commissioning of Photovoltaic systems, ensuring all components are correctly set up and operational.
  • Performance Monitoring: Analyze electrical and meteorological data to monitor system performance, identify issues, and implement improvements.
  • Operations and Maintenance: Regularly monitor the level of soiling on panels, correlate data with weather sensors, and ensure the proper functioning of all sensors.
  • Logistical Support: Assist with logistical tasks related to the implementation of systems within subsidiaries or partner organizations.
  • Communication: Regularly share findings with project members and maintain clear communication with affiliates and partners.
  • Compliance: Ensure all installations comply with the company’s Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies.
  • R&D Support: Support new initiatives in research and development projects in the Middle East.

Candidate Profile

Expected qualifications :

  • Master degree in Electrical engineering or Renewables engineering


Technical skills :

  • Ideally 1-3 years of experience in a field related to photovoltaic technologies
  • Strong background in photovoltaic system implementation and performance monitoring
  • Be familiar with the solar industry, competent with the installation and operation of testing tools
  • A strong practical mindset is required
  • Experience in data processing/analysis and modeling is also required
  • Autonomous, proactive, motivated, dynamic, and effective in a team-oriented environment
  • Good communicator with a practical mind


Computing skills :

  • Strong skills in Microsoft Office tools : Excel, Power Point, Word and Outlook
  • Knowledge of programming language to facilitate data analysis (Python, Matlab/Simulink, VBA, C+, etc.)


Languages :

  • English: level C1
  • French: level B2/C1

Additional Information

TotalEnergies values diversity, promotes individual growth and offers equal opportunity careers.
TotalEnergies is a broad energy company that produces and markets fuels, natural gas and electricity. Our 105,000 employees are committed to better energy that is more affordable, more reliable, cleaner and accessible to as many people as possible. Active in more than 130 countries, our ambition is to become the responsible energy major.