Project Engineering Lead (Release)

Scatec Solar; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company seeks a Project Engineering Lead in Cape Town. The role involves managing engineering deliverables and providing technical support throughout project phases. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in electrical engineering and renewable energy sectors.

Qualifications

• 7+ years electrical engineering experience.
• 5+ years EPC/construction project experience.
• 3+ years renewable energy sector experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation engineering workstreams and manage project engineering deliverables.
• Provide day-to-day technical support and guidance to project teams.
• Oversee engineering deliverables like design drawings and testing documentation.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Managerial Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Engineering Degree

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

SharePoint

Project Management Tools

Job description

Overview
Want to join an innovative player in renewable energy that is rapidly growing in Africa?

Since its establishment, part of renewable energy frontrunner Release by Scatec has been developing and deploying a unique, flexible leasing solution of pre-assembled and modular solar and battery equipment for the mining and utilities market.

Recently announced funding by Climate Fund Managers will enable our dynamic, young team in its ambition to power and electrify Africa.

We are present in several countries in Africa and in the Americas, and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main purpose of position

Currently, we are looking for a Project Engineering Lead to be based in Cape Town, South Africa, and be part of our global team.

The Project Engineering function is primarily responsible for engineering services and support to projects.

The primary mandate of the Project Engineering Lead is to produce and deliver the technical deliverables required by the projects he/she is assigned to and to drive any technical processes within such projects.

A Project Engineering Lead is involved in a project throughout the implementation phase, is formally assigned at the start of the structuring phase, and formally hands over duties at the start of the power production phase to the Technical Asset Management team.

Within his/her function, the Project Engineering Lead reports to the Project Engineering Manager and, within a project, to the Project Manager.

The Project Engineering Lead works closely with the implementation team and site electrical leads.

Main responsibilities

1. Leading the implementation engineering workstreams: Proactively plan, manage, and produce project engineering deliverables according to the Release Operating System process, the Release Master Document List, and specific project requirements.
2. Participate in project handovers: Drive efficient technical handovers from development to asset management.
3. Technical support to project teams: Provide day-to-day technical support, training, and guidance to project teams.
4. Support procurement: Collaborate on technical procurement work, including BoQ reviews and supplier interactions.
5. Coordinate technical reviews: Oversee engineering deliverables like design drawings, calculations, BoQs, testing, and handover documentation.
6. Technical coordination with third parties: Interface with equipment suppliers, service providers, and clients.
7. Reporting: Regularly update management on technical deliverables, challenges, risks, and opportunities.

Additional interfaces include interactions with product engineering, technical development, procurement, project management, site teams, document control, and quality assurance functions, ensuring smooth project execution and technical excellence.

Qualifications and competencies

• Engineering Degree, preferably Electrical
• 7+ years electrical engineering experience
• 5+ years EPC/construction project experience
• 3+ years renewable energy sector experience (solar PV, BESS advantageous)
• Advanced electrical engineering knowledge
• Understanding of procurement and construction processes
• Proficiency in MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint, project management tools
• Valid driver's license

Strong organizational, managerial, and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and resolve conflicts effectively.

Personal characteristics

Aligned with Scatec's values: Predictable, Driving results, Changemaker, Working together. Contribute to the company's vision of improving our future through innovation and teamwork.

We offer

An exciting, innovative, and ambitious environment in the renewable energy industry, with a diverse and international team committed to making a difference. We are an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and merit-based hiring.