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!

Business Development Specialist – Recruitment & Engineering Sectors

We don’t just fill vacancies, we align potential with purpose. And we're growing. If you have the commercial edge to open doors, nurture meaningful partnerships, and connect forward-thinking companies with exceptional engineering talent, we want to hear from you.

This is where you come in.

We're looking for a Business Development Specialist who thrives on identifying and engaging companies within the engineering, energy, and mining sectors. You’ll take the initiative, uncovering opportunities, sparking conversations, and translating business needs into tailored talent strategies.

Your initial focus will be South Africa, but your mindset should be global. You'll collaborate closely with our recruitment team, building lasting, strategic partnerships.

What we're looking for:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in business development, sales, or client-facing roles within recruitment, engineering, energy, mining, or related sectors.
• A proactive, strategic approach to lead generation, market mapping, and B2B relationship-building.
• Strong communication skills and confidence in pitching tailored talent solutions, developing trust with technical and commercial stakeholders.
• Experience or exposure to the renewable energy space is advantageous, but not mandatory.

Flexible Engagement Options:

We’re open to different engagement models to suit your availability and expertise, including:

• Fixed-term contract (full-time or part-time)
• Part-time consultancy for a defined duration
• Freelance arrangement on a project-by-project basis

What’s in it for you:

This isn't a plug-and-play sales gig. You’ll have the autonomy to shape your own pipeline, supported by a knowledgeable team specializing in engineering recruitment. You’ll join an environment that values fresh thinking, deep listening, and genuine alignment.

Engineering careers, rethought. Let’s build the future, one connection at a time.