Head of Engineering

SET Recruitment Consultants; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 100 000 - 150 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Cape Town is seeking a Head of Engineering to lead engineering efforts in the renewable energy sector. The ideal candidate will have over 9 years of experience in engineering, including at least 5 years in a leadership role within solar power. The position involves managing a multidisciplinary team, designing innovative solutions, and ensuring project compliance and quality. Competitive salary based on experience is offered.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in solar power, manufacturing, and engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Oversee engineering budgets and ensure cost-effective project execution.
• Design and model storage and micro-grid solutions.
• Drive innovation and stay ahead of market trends.
• Ensure quality control, compliance, and safety across all engineering outputs.
• Supervise project execution from concept to completion.

Skills

Strong communication

Critical thinking

Leadership

Problem-solving abilities

Education

BEng and registered Pr Eng with ECSA

Postgraduate in solar energy

Tools

Helioscope

PVSyst

PV Sol

AutoCAD

MS Word

Excel

Projects

Job description

We're Hiring: Head of Engineering | Renewable Energy Sector

Location: Cape Town
Contract Type: Permanent
Industry: Renewable Energy / Solar Power
Salary: Market-related (based on experience)

Are you a visionary engineering leader with a passion for innovation in solar energy?

Join a dynamic team driving sustainable energy solutions across Africa. We’re looking for a Head of Engineering to lead our engineering division, shape strategic direction, and deliver cutting‑edge solar and micro‑grid technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Oversee engineering budgets and ensure cost‑effective project execution.
• Design and model storage and micro‑grid solutions.
• Drive innovation and stay ahead of market trends and regulatory changes.
• Represent the company at industry events and build strategic relationships.
• Ensure quality control, compliance, and safety across all engineering outputs.
• Provide strategic input to MANCO and EXCO.
• Supervise project execution from concept to completion.

Requirements:

• Qualifications: BEng and registered Pr Eng with ECSA (Postgraduate in solar energy is a plus).
• Experience: 9+ years in engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Industry Exposure: Solar power, manufacturing, and engineering.
• Technical Tools: Helioscope, PVSyst, PV Sol, AutoCAD, MS Word, Excel, Projects.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication, critical thinking, leadership, and problem‑solving abilities.

Please note: If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.