Electrical Engineer - Solar Industry

Hire Resolve; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Gauteng is seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer for solar integration and installation. The role requires 5-10 years of experience in electrical design, proficiency in AutoCAD, and fluency in Afrikaans and English. Responsibilities include project management, client communication, and technical design work. If you are enthusiastic about renewable energy and possess the necessary qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this immediate-start position.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years experience in electrical design within a construction and installation environment.
• Own reliable vehicle and valid driver's license.
• Willingness to travel within South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Compile comprehensive designs and requirements for solar systems and networks.
• Produce materials lists for primary systems in collaboration with the technical team.
• Manage client communication and relationships post-sales handover.

Skills

Electrical design

Project management

Client communication

AutoCAD proficiency

Fluency in Afrikaans and English

Education

Completed electrical engineering qualification (B.Tech or B.Ing)

Minimum Matric qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

Job description

Job Vacancy: Electrical Engineer - Solar Integration and Installation

Location: Ferndale, Johannesburg

Responsibilities:

• Compile comprehensive designs and requirements for solar, AC and DC systems, and medium voltage networks.
  • Utilize AutoCAD for array layouts, site layouts, SLDs, and plantroom designs.
  • Generate schedules including stringing schedules and cable schedules.
• Produce materials lists for primary systems in collaboration with the technical director and office manager.
• Conduct high-level project management and planning meetings with the technical director and MD on a weekly basis.
• Manage client communication and relationships post-sales handover, providing regular updates on project progress, procurement timelines, installation schedules, and regulatory applications.
• Provide technical input during the sales and quotation phase.
• Perform site inspections and audits, and travel locally to meet with clients as necessary.
• Collaborate with all departments to enhance internal processes and procedures.

Skills/Experience/Attributes:

• 5-10 years experience in electrical design within a construction and installation environment.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English (written and verbal).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Excel for designing layouts and schedules.

  Qualifications/Certifications:

  • Minimum Matric qualification.
  • Completed electrical engineering qualification (B.Tech or B.Ing).
  • Own reliable vehicle and valid driver's license.

  Travel Requirements:

  • Some travel within South Africa and occasional stay-overs at project sites.

  Start Date: Immediate

  If you are passionate about renewable energy and have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.