Development Engineer

Tumaini; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 90 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the Renewable sector is seeking a Development Engineer to lead impactful solar PV and wind energy projects across South Africa and beyond. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on greenfield projects and contribute to sustainable energy solutions. You will engage in various project development activities, including technical guidance, contract negotiation, and optimization processes. If you are passionate about renewable energy and ready to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in the South African energy industry as a Development Engineer or Consultant.
• Knowledge of renewable project design and contract negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Focus on solar PV and wind energy projects across South Africa and Africa.
• Provide technical guidance on grid connection issues and project development activities.

Skills

Technical Advisory

Project Design and Optimisation

Contract Negotiation

Knowledge of ESKOM

Education

BEng or BSc Engineering Degree

Significant Technical Training

Job description

A large role player within the Renewable industry is currently in search of a Development Engineer. Our client is a reputable international firm, with offices in Cape Town and Johannesburg.

Minimum requirements :

• BEng, BSc Engineering degree or significant technical training or experience in the electrical engineering field,
• Significant experience in the South African energy industry either as a technical advisor, Development Engineer, a Developer or Consultant,
• Experience within a technical department at ESKOM,
• Experience in renewable project design and optimisation,
• Experienced in developing and negotiating contracts including, construction contracts, grid connection agreements and power purchase agreements
• Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of Lender’s, Owner’s Engineers, Lender’s Engineer, and contractors

Your responsibilities will include :

• Work will primarily be on South Africa and Southern African solar PV and wind energy projects, with opportunities to work on other technologies across the African continent.
• Projects may incorporate energy storage systems, thermal generation, or other hybrid technologies.
• The focus will be on greenfield projects, but there may be requirements to work on part-developed or construction phases.
• The Development Engineer will provide technical guidance on grid connection issues, including navigating application and approval processes, and engineering and cost optimisations.
• The role also involves project development activities such as yield estimates, project optimisation, technology analysis, contract development, tendering, contracting, due diligence, cost estimation, and construction monitoring.
• The role requires extensive travel across South Africa and Africa, often to remote greenfield or construction sites.