Electrical Design Lead - Renewables (Hybrid) Stellenbosch

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 2,000,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary

Medical aid

Significant annual bonus potential

Generous leave package

International travel opportunities

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, seeks an experienced Electrical Design Lead to drive the electrical design strategy for renewable energy projects. You will lead a team of engineers, guide concepts to detailed designs, and ensure technical excellence across solar, wind, and storage installations.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Electrical Engineering, 10+ years in design with leadership, and Pr.Eng registration preference. Hybrid work and international collaboration are available.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with focus on power systems or renewables.
• 10+ years in electrical design with at least 3 in leadership.
• Experience in solar PV, wind, or battery storage design.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical and PVSyst.
• Knowledge of grid connections, power electronics, and protection schemes.
• Pr.Eng registration with ECSA is preferred.
• Experience in Stellenbosch or similar hubs is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of electrical design engineers.
• Oversee complete electrical design from concept to detailed engineering.
• Develop and review schematics, single-line diagrams, layouts, and specs.
• Ensure designs comply with IEC and SANS standards.
• Conduct technical reviews, risk assessments, and value engineering.
• Collaborate with PM, procurement, and construction for delivery.
• Manage interfaces with mechanical, civil, and structural disciplines.
• Stay updated on renewables electrical design technologies.

Skills

Leadership

Power systems

Renewable energy

Electrical design

Stakeholder management

Education

Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

PVSyst

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, seeks an experienced Electrical Design Lead to drive the electrical design strategy for renewable energy projects. You will lead a team of engineers, guide concepts to detailed designs, and ensure technical excellence across solar, wind, and storage installations.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Electrical Engineering, 10+ years in design with leadership, and Pr.Eng registration preference. Hybrid work and international collaboration are available.