Cape Town Lead Solar Project Engineer – Senior PV Projects

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus

Medical aid and provident fund

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Solar Project Engineer in Cape Town to drive utility-scale and commercial PV projects from concept to commissioning. You will lead a team of engineers and site personnel, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to exacting standards.

This role requires deep solar PV expertise, strong project management, and the ability to tackle complex technical challenges while contributing to a growing renewable energy portfolio in the Western Cape.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering; Master's preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in solar PV project engineering and management.
• Demonstrated experience leading large-scale solar projects from concept to completion.
• In-depth knowledge of solar PV technologies, system design principles, and grid integration.
• Proficiency with CAD software, PVSyst, and other relevant engineering tools.
• Strong project management methodologies and leadership, communication skills.
• Registered Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) or equivalent accreditation desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical design, engineering, and execution of solar PV projects, ensuring compliance with codes and standards in Western Cape.
• Mentor a team of project engineers, designers, and site personnel, promoting safety and quality.
• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets and track progress against milestones.
• Oversee procurement of major equipment (modules, inverters, mounting structures).
• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies for new and existing installations.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, regulators, and utilities to progress projects.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Solar PV systems

CAD

PVSyst

Communication

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree advantageous

Professional accreditation (Pr Eng) desirable

Tools

CAD software

PVSyst

Engineering tools/PM tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Solar Project Engineer in Cape Town to drive utility-scale and commercial PV projects from concept to commissioning. You will lead a team of engineers and site personnel, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to exacting standards.

This role requires deep solar PV expertise, strong project management, and the ability to tackle complex technical challenges while contributing to a growing renewable energy portfolio in the Western Cape.