Deputy Renewable Energy Engineer – Solar/Wind/BESS

Smart4 Energy; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart4 Energy in Johannesburg is seeking a Renewable Energy Engineer to support the Head of Technical across a portfolio of utility-scale solar PV, wind and BESS projects from feasibility through to operations.

You’ll deputise on technical matters, review designs and EPC proposals, assist with lender due diligence and mentor junior staff while expanding your expertise across project stages.

Qualifications

• BSc or BEng in Electrical, Mechanical or Renewable Energy Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years in utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Experience with IPP, EPC contractor or engineering design consultancy.
• Experience reviewing EPC, O&M or equipment supply agreements.

Responsibilities

• Act as second-in-command to the Head of Technical across the project portfolio.
• Undertake technical and economic feasibility assessments for new solar PV, wind and BESS opportunities.
• Review engineering designs, EPC proposals and technical specifications for bankability and best practice.
• Support procurement and technical evaluation of EPC, O&M and major equipment supply contracts.
• Provide input into investment committee submissions and lender due diligence.
• Support construction-phase technical monitoring, resolve engineering queries and assist with commissioning.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams on performance reporting and troubleshooting.
• Mentor junior engineering and operations staff.

Skills

Renewable energy

Electrical engineering

Education

BSc/BEng in Electrical, Mechanical or Renewable Energy Engineering

Job description

Smart4 Energy in Johannesburg is seeking a Renewable Energy Engineer to support the Head of Technical across a portfolio of utility-scale solar PV, wind and BESS projects from feasibility through to operations.

You’ll deputise on technical matters, review designs and EPC proposals, assist with lender due diligence and mentor junior staff while expanding your expertise across project stages.