Senior Electrical Engineer, Renewable Energy & Grid Integration

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performanceBonu

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Flexible hybrid work arrangement

Meaningful work contributing to green

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Engineer with a strong background in renewable energy to design, develop, and implement electrical infrastructure for solar, wind, and other sustainable projects. The role involves on-site assessments and remote design work, supporting a hybrid setup in Randburg and surrounding areas.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years in renewable energy, and proficiency with CAD and energy management tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in electrical engineering with a focus on renewable energy.
• Proficiency in electrical design software and simulation tools for solar and energy storage.
• Strong understanding of grid integration, power electronics and energy management systems.
• Knowledge of standards and regulations for renewable energy installations.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for renewable energy projects including PV arrays, storage, and grid connections.
• Perform load analysis, system sizing and energy production estimations.
• Develop electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and wiring schedules using CAD tools.
• Collaborate with project managers, site engineers, and stakeholders on project execution.
• Conduct site inspections and support commissioning of new installations.
• Research and evaluate new technologies to improve system performance and cost-effectiveness.

Skills

Renewable energy systems

Electrical design

Grid integration

Project collaboration

Hybrid/remote teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Simulation tools

Power electronics (PSIM/ETAP)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Engineer with a strong background in renewable energy to design, develop, and implement electrical infrastructure for solar, wind, and other sustainable projects. The role involves on-site assessments and remote design work, supporting a hybrid setup in Randburg and surrounding areas.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years in renewable energy, and proficiency with CAD and energy management tools.