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Project / Design Electrical Engineer - Commercial Solar

Prosperitas Personnel
1 day ago
Full-time
On-site
Johannesburg, South Africa
R600,000 - R600,000 ZAR yearly

Introduction

Our client is a fast-growing renewable energy company specialising in commercial and industrial (C&I) solar PV, battery energy storage and hybrid energy solutions.

They are looking for an experienced and technically driven Project / Design Electrical Engineer to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who enjoys combining detailed electrical design with project execution, client interaction and problem-solving.

Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for taking commercial solar projects from initial concept and feasibility through detailed design, procurement support, construction and commissioning.

You will work closely with clients, project managers, contractors, suppliers and internal engineering teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required technical standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and engineer commercial and industrial Solar PV, BESS and hybrid energy systems.
  • Conduct site assessments, feasibility studies and technical evaluations.
  • Develop system sizing from electricity bills, load profiles and site information.
  • Produce detailed Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), PV layouts, string designs, inverter layouts, earthing designs and cable management layouts.
  • Perform cable sizing, voltage-drop calculations and equipment selection.
  • Develop Bills of Materials (BOMs), BOQs and technical cost inputs.
  • Perform PV yield modelling and system optimisation.
  • Prepare technical specifications, drawings, calculations and project documentation.
  • Assist with Eskom and municipal SSEG/grid-connection applications.
  • Support tender submissions, proposals and technical costing.
  • Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors and project teams during project execution.
  • Provide technical support during installation, testing and commissioning.
  • Review designs, drawings and documentation for quality and compliance.
  • Participate in client meetings and technical presentations.
  • Assist with project planning, scheduling and risk management.
  • Conduct inspections and support commissioning and handover.
  • Compile as-built drawings, commissioning documentation and technical reports.
  • Provide technical input into operations, maintenance and after-sales support.

Desired Experience & Qualification

  • BEng / BSc / BTech in Electrical Engineering.
  • 3–5+ years' relevant electrical engineering experience.
  • Proven experience in commercial and industrial Solar PV.
  • Strong understanding of LV/MV electrical systems and distribution.
  • Experience with Solar PV and preferably BESS/hybrid systems.
  • Experience producing SLDs and detailed electrical design documentation.
  • Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to project sites.
  • Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Package & Remuneration

R600 000 CTC to R780 000 CTC per annum based on experience and qualifications