As a Senior Project Engineer, you will own the technical delivery of commercial‑scale (200 kW–2 MW) solar PV projects from initial concept through to commissioning. Based in Johannesburg, you’ll combine advanced design expertise with hands‑on project oversight and client engagement to ensure every installation meets performance, quality, and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Site Feasibility & Data Collection: Conduct detailed site surveys (roof, ground‑mount, carport), including structural and electrical infrastructure assessments; gather on‑site irradiation data, shading analysis, and client consumption profiles, translating findings into actionable design inputs.

• System Design & Optimisation: Develop full PV system layouts and single‑line diagrams using AutoCAD (modules, inverters, mounting and BOS components); perform energy‑yield simulations and sensitivity analyses in PVsyst and Helioscope to optimise array orientation, tilt, string configuration, and inverter loading.

• Engineering Documentation: Prepare comprehensive design packages—equipment datasheets, wiring schematics, protection calculations, cable schedules, mounting details—and compile technical reports covering design rationale, performance projections, and compliance checks against SANS/NRS standards.

• Costing & Technical Proposal Support: Collaborate with the commercial team to verify equipment pricing, logistics, and installation labor rates; review and validate cost‑estimate spreadsheets to ensure accuracy in CAPEX/OPEX breakdowns for proposal submissions.

• Construction & Commissioning Oversight: Perform periodic site inspections during installation to ensure adherence to design documentation and quality standards; support commissioning activities by witnessing inverter startups, conducting performance tests, and verifying SCADA/data‑logging setups.

• Client & Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as the primary technical interface for clients, utilities, and municipal inspectors—address technical queries and present progress updates; facilitate interdepartmental coordination (procurement, project management, O&M) to ensure seamless handover and clear communication of client requirements.

• Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure all engineering deliverables comply with local electrical codes, grid‑connection regulations, and health & safety requirements; implement lessons learned and best practices across projects to drive continuous improvement in design and delivery.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Renewable Energy Engineering.

• 5+ years of end‑to‑end C&I solar PV project engineering (200 kW–2 MW).

• Proven track record in both pre‑construction design.

• ECSA registration (Pr. Eng or Pr. Tech Eng) is advantageous but not mandatory.

Technical Skills

• Design & Simulation: PVsyst, Helioscope (or equivalent)

• CAD: AutoCAD or similar for electrical and layout drawings

• Analysis & Office: Advanced Excel (financial and technical modeling), MS Word/PowerPoint

• Standards Knowledge: SANS 10142‑1, NRS 097, municipal grid‑tie requirements

Apply now to join the team and drive Johannesburg’s commercial solar projects to successful, high‑performance completion!

About the Role

Join our client’s growing renewable‑energy team as a Technical Sales Engineer, where you’ll blend engineering know‑how with business development to win and deliver commercial‑scale (200 kW–2 MW) solar projects across the Western Cape. You’ll be the technical face to clients, guiding site assessments, crafting proposals, and closing deals.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Engagement & Site Surveys: Lead on‑site visits to gather requirements, assess roof/ground conditions, and analyse energy usage.
• Technical Design & Feasibility: Develop preliminary PV system layouts, single‑line diagrams, and energy‑yield simulations (e.g. PVsyst/Helioscope).
• Costing & Proposals: Build detailed CAPEX/OPEX estimates, ROI/payback analyses, and professional proposal documents.
• Sales Cycle Management: Present solutions, negotiate contracts, and drive opportunities from lead generation through to signed agreement.
• Business Development: Identify new prospects in the C&I market, network at industry events, and maintain a healthy sales pipeline via CRM.
• Handover Coordination: Compile and transfer technical dossiers to the project‑execution team, and support during project kickoff.

What You’ll Bring

• Engineering Degree (Electrical, Mechanical, Renewable Energy)
• 5+ Years’ Experience in solar PV costing, or technical sales (200 kW–2 MW scale)
• Strong Technical Skills: PV system design, energy‑yield modelling, electrical calculations, and single‑line diagrams
• Sales Acumen: Proven client‑facing, presentation, and negotiation experience in a B2B environment
• Software Proficiency: PVsyst or equivalent, Microsoft Excel (financial modelling), and CRM tools - desired
• Driver’s License & Field Availability: Regular travel to client sites in and around Cape Town

Why Join Us?

• Shape the region’s transition to clean energy
• Competitive salary with performance incentives
• Collaborative, fast‑paced environment focused on innovation

Apply now to power meaningful change in South Africa’s commercial solar sector!

A well-established engineering and energy solutions company is looking to appoint a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the technical delivery of commercial and industrial (C&I) solar PV and battery storage projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for end-to-end engineering design, implementation support, and project management across a portfolio of installations ranging from under 100kW to over 1MW.

This role requires a strong technical background in solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS), with hands-on experience in both low- and medium-voltage infrastructure. You’ll collaborate with a cross-functional team to ensure project milestones, quality standards, and client expectations are met on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits and technical assessments of LV/HV switchgear rooms and rooftop/greenfield areas.

• Lead the design of solar PV and BESS systems using AutoCAD, Helioscope, and other industry-standard software.

• Prepare and maintain detailed technical drawings, layout plans, and single-line diagrams.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously from concept through to commissioning.

• Ensure designs comply with relevant local and international standards, client specifications, and performance requirements.

• Monitor project timelines and budgets, ensuring alignment with contractual deliverables.

• Perform quality assurance checks on both design documentation and site execution.

• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and in-house teams, including chairing project meetings and progress reviews.

• Engage with commercial and industrial clients throughout the project lifecycle.

• Provide technical input and performance insights to the operations and maintenance (O&M) team post-installation.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.

• ECSA registration as a Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng) is a strong advantage.

• 5–10 years of relevant experience, with a focus on solar PV and BESS design, installation, and commissioning.

• Solid understanding of LV and MV switchgear, cabling, and protection systems.

• Strong drafting skills using AutoCAD.

• Proficient in PV design and simulation software (e.g., PVSyst, Helioscope).

• Demonstrated ability to manage tender documentation, contracts, and technical deliverables.

• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.

• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive, independent approach to project execution.

A growing renewable energy consultancy is looking to appoint a driven and technically capable Grid Engineer to support the successful delivery of utility-scale projects. This role is suited to someone who thrives on managing the technical grid connection aspects of renewable developments and is ready to grow into a subject matter expert within a high-performance team.

The successful candidate will work across the full project lifecycle—offering technical advisory, modelling, compliance support, and stakeholder engagement. You’ll assist clients in navigating grid connection processes, understanding South African grid requirements, and ensuring technical robustness across solar, wind, and battery energy storage projects.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering (BSc / BEng / BTech).

• 3 to 4+ years’ experience with large-scale renewable energy projects (≥10 MW).

• Registered with ECSA as Pr.Eng or Pr.TechEng.

• Hands-on knowledge of Eskom and municipal grid connection procedures.

• Proficiency in power system simulation tools such as DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSSE, ETAP, or PSCAD.

• Strong written communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Able to work independently and manage multiple technical deliverables.

• Willingness to travel nationally as required.

• Valid driver’s license.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Background in hybrid and battery energy storage systems integration.

• Familiarity with contract interfaces and technical schedules for EPC or O&M agreements.

• Experience with SADC or regional cross-border transmission systems.

• Previous consulting or client-facing experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Grid Connection & Technical Delivery

• Conduct and lead grid studies including load flow, fault analysis, dynamic stability, and power quality assessments.

• Compile and review technical documents for grid compliance submissions in accordance with South African Grid Codes and NERSA regulations.

• Support the design review and specification of HV/MV substations, overhead lines, and cabling for solar PV, wind, and BESS projects.

• Liaise with Eskom and municipalities to facilitate connection applications and ensure regulatory alignment.

Project Advisory & Technical Insight

• Provide technical guidance during feasibility studies, grid compliance reviews, and lender technical due diligence.

• Assist clients in interpreting national grid codes and applying NRS and SANS standards to project planning.

• Support the development of technical content for EPC, O&M, and grid-related contractual documents.

Team Contribution & Knowledge Sharing

• Mentor junior staff and contribute to the development of internal tools, templates, and modelling frameworks.

• Share technical and regulatory insights with colleagues to strengthen team capabilities and enhance service delivery.