Head of Power Department

About the role

ICC is looking for an experienced Head of Power to lead its Power Department, covering renewable energy, conventional power and power infrastructure projects. This senior leadership role requires strategic vision, deep technical expertise and a proven record of delivering large‑scale power projects.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement the department’s strategic plan aligned with company growth objectives.
• Oversee design, engineering and execution of solar, hybrid, substation, transmission and distribution projects from concept to commissioning.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and meet quality, safety and compliance standards (IEC, IEEE, NEC, NFPA).
• Provide technical leadership in solar PV system design, energy storage and hybrid systems, and evaluate emerging renewable technologies.
• Conduct technical reviews, feasibility studies and cost‑benefit analyses for solar projects.
• Lead, mentor and develop a multidisciplinary team of engineers, project managers and technicians.
• Prepare and manage departmental budgets, forecasts and financial reports.
• Negotiate contracts and ensure profitable project execution.
• Manage relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and regulatory bodies.
• Support marketing and tendering teams with technical input for proposals and bids.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy or a related field.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in the power sector, including at least 10 years in solar energy projects and 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of solar PV technologies, inverters, energy storage, grid integration and hybrid systems.
• Proficiency with electrical design software such as AutoCAD, PVsyst or ETAP.
• Solid understanding of financial models, cost estimation and project economics.
• Familiarity with international codes and standards (IEC, NEC, IEEE, NFPA).
• Excellent leadership, decision‑making, stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel frequently to project sites and international exhibitions.

Required skills

• Solar PV technology
• Inverters
• Energy storage systems
• Grid integration
• Hybrid power systems
• AutoCAD
• PVsyst
• ETAP
• Financial modeling
• Cost estimation
• Project economics
• IEC standards
• NEC standards
• IEEE standards
• NFPA standards

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead a strategic division at the forefront of the energy transition.
• Responsibility for large‑scale solar and hybrid projects across the region.
• Chance to shape the future of power infrastructure in the Middle East.