COMMERCIAL ENGINEERING MANAGER

Stage Zero; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm in Cape Town seeks a Commercial Engineering Manager to spearhead the technical design and implementation of large-scale renewable energy solutions. The ideal candidate will manage projects, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and lead high-performing teams in delivering state-of-the-art systems. A minimum of 7 years’ experience in the solar PV sector and relevant qualifications are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in senior technical/engineering role in commercial solar PV or utility energy sector.
• Proven team and project management experience.
• Strong understanding of local and international grid codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Validate and sign off on all commercial PV/storage system designs.
• Oversee feasibility studies and energy modelling.
• Support sales teams with proposals and present technical concepts.
• Ensure designs meet regulatory requirements.
• Provide executive-level reports on project milestones.

Skills

Solar PV expertise

Battery storage knowledge

Energy modelling

Grid studies

Commercial acumen

Leadership in multi-disciplinary teams

Communication skills

Education

BEng/BSc/BTech in Electrical Engineering

ECSA registration

SAIEE membership and PV Green Card

Tools

Helioscope

AutoCAD

Job description

COMMERCIAL ENGINEERING MANAGER

As our Commercial Engineering Manager, you will spearhead the technical design, feasibility, and implementation of large-scale renewable energy solutions. Your role is critical in ensuring that every project is technically sound, commercially viable, and aligned with regulatory and client expectations.

You will serve as the key link between engineering, sales, project execution, and executive leadership—balancing technical precision with strategic business outcomes. Your leadership will enable Stage Zero to scale effectively, deliver cutting-edge energy systems, and maintain its position as an industry leader.

POSITION LOCATION:

·Cape Town – on site

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED:

·BEng/BSc/BTech in Electrical Engineering (essential)

·ECSA registration (required)

·SAIEE membership and PV Green Card (advantageous)

·7+ years in a senior technical/engineering role in the commercial solar PV or utility energy sector

·Proven experience in team and project management

·Strong understanding of local and international grid codes, system design software (Helioscope, AutoCAD) and feasibility modelling tools.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

·Lead & Develop High-Performing Teams: Build a culture of technical excellence and accountability; oversee resourcing, performance, and professional growth.

·Project Design & Oversight: Validate and sign off all commercial PV/storage system designs, ensuring technical soundness, cost-efficiency, and compliance.

·Technical Feasibility & Innovation: Oversee feasibility studies and energy modelling, and implement value engineering principles to enhance ROI.

·Client-Focused Solutions: Support sales teams with compelling proposals and present technical concepts directly to clients and stakeholders.

·Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all designs meet SANS, NRS, IEC, and municipal/Eskom requirements. Manage grid applications and integrate future-ready solutions.

·Strategic Reporting: Provide executive-level reports on project milestones, innovation initiatives, and technical contributions to company performance.

CORE SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

·Expertise in solar PV, battery storage, energy modelling, grid studies

·Strong commercial acumen with the ability to link engineering decisions to business outcomes

·Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage subcontractors, and drive technical strategy

• ·Exceptional communication, reporting, and presentation skills