Electrical Design Engineer – Renewable Solar & Storage

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer for a hybrid role in Upington, Northern Cape. You will design electrical systems for utility-scale solar PV plants, perform power system analyses, and support procurement, construction, and commissioning across the project lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in renewable energy, strong knowledge of grid interconnection standards, and proficiency with PVSyst, ETAP, and AutoCAD Electrical.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical design engineering, focused on renewable energy projects.
• Strong knowledge of power system analysis and electrical design for utility-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical designs for utility-scale solar PV projects, including collection systems and grid interconnection studies.
• Perform load flow, short circuit, and protection coordination studies for AC and DC systems.
• Specify electrical equipment such as inverters, transformers, switchgear, cables, and mounting structures.
• Prepare detailed electrical engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications using industry-standard software.
• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies for new renewable energy project sites.
• Provide technical support during procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Ensure designs comply with IEC, IEEE, NRS and client standards.
• Collaborate with civil, mechanical and environmental engineers and project managers for integrated delivery.
• Review EPC proposals for technical compliance and quality.
• Assist in troubleshooting electrical issues during project execution and operation.

Skills

Power system analysis

Electrical design

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PVSyst

ETAP

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer for a hybrid role in Upington, Northern Cape. You will design electrical systems for utility-scale solar PV plants, perform power system analyses, and support procurement, construction, and commissioning across the project lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in renewable energy, strong knowledge of grid interconnection standards, and proficiency with PVSyst, ETAP, and AutoCAD Electrical.