Summary

Experience

Senior Solar Engineer|First Solar

Tempe, AZJun 2021Present

• Led the design and engineering for utility-scale PV projects totaling over 350 MW, reducing project development timelines by 15% through optimized layouts.
• Developed advanced energy production models using PVsyst and Helioscope, achieving +/- 2% accuracy in predicting annual energy yield for projects up to 100 MW.
• Managed cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with NEC, IEEE, and local AHJ requirements, successfully permitting 7 major solar farms.
• Implemented innovative tracking and bifacial module technologies, increasing projected energy output by an average of 5-8% across new installations.
• Conducted detailed site assessments and feasibility studies, identifying over $2M in potential cost savings through value engineering initiatives.

Solar Design Engineer|NextEra Energy Resources

Juno Beach, FLJul 2017May 2021

• Designed and engineered commercial and industrial rooftop PV systems ranging from 500 kW to 5 MW, overseeing 20+ successful project completions.
• Performed comprehensive electrical calculations, single-line diagrams, and equipment specifications, reducing material waste by 10% through precise planning.
• Collaborated with sales and project management teams to develop compelling proposals, contributing to securing $15M in new project contracts.
• Utilized AutoCAD Electrical for detailed layout and wiring diagrams, improving design accuracy and reducing field rework by 20%.
• Analyzed system performance data to identify areas for optimization, resulting in a 3% average increase in system uptime and energy generation.

Projects

Greenfield 80 MW Solar Farm Development

Mar 2022Present

• Led the complete electrical design package for an 80 MW utility-scale project, optimizing inverter and string sizing to achieve a 1.25 DC/AC ratio and maximize energy harvest.
• Managed coordination with grid operators and utility companies for a complex interconnection process, ensuring adherence to all NERC/WECC requirements.
• Implemented innovative terrain following tracker technology, reducing grading costs by 18% and accelerating construction timelines.

Commercial Portfolio Energy Optimization

Jan 2020Dec 2021

• Developed and implemented energy optimization strategies for a portfolio of 15 commercial rooftop PV systems (totaling 15 MW), enhancing overall fleet performance by 7%.
• Designed and integrated battery energy storage systems (BESS) for 3 key sites, enabling peak shaving and demand charge reduction by an average of 25%.
• Analyzed SCADA data to identify underperforming assets and proposed targeted maintenance and upgrade solutions, extending system lifespans by 5+ years.

Advanced Solar Module Performance Study

Jun 2019Jun 2020

• Conducted a comprehensive performance study on next-generation bifacial and thin-film solar modules under varying climatic conditions in Florida.
• Utilized MATLAB for data analysis and modeling, demonstrating a 3-5% energy gain for bifacial modules compared to monofacial counterparts in specific scenarios.
• Authored internal report detailing findings, influencing corporate procurement strategies for future project developments.

Education

Arizona State University|Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tempe, AZAug 2013May 2017

• Graduated Magna Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.8/4.0.
• Completed Capstone Project on 'Optimizing Residential Grid-Tied PV Systems for Peak Demand Reduction.'
• Awarded Dean's List for 6 consecutive semesters for academic excellence.

Publications

Optimizing Utility-Scale PV Layouts for Enhanced Energy Yield in Arid Climates

Sep 2023Omar Abdallah, S. Khan, L. Chen

Integration of Battery Storage with Commercial PV Systems for Grid Stability

Mar 2021Omar Abdallah, R. Singh

Comparative Analysis of Solar Tracker Technologies in Desert Environments

Jul 2019Omar Abdallah, J. Miller

Skills

PV Design & Engineering

Utility-Scale PVCommercial & Industrial PVSystem Sizing & LayoutEnergy Modeling (PVsyst, Helioscope)Single-Line DiagramsConstruction Documents

Software & Tools

AutoCAD (Electrical, Civil 3D)MATLABPython (Pandas, NumPy)Microsoft Office SuiteCRM SoftwareGIS Tools

Compliance & Regulations

National Electrical Code (NEC)IEEE StandardsUL StandardsAHJ PermittingInterconnection AgreementsEnvironmental Regulations

Project Management

Project Planning & ExecutionCross-Functional Team LeadershipBudget ManagementStakeholder CommunicationRisk AssessmentSupplier Management