Head of Engineering (Solar PV)

Executech Search and Selection; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Executech Search and Selection is seeking a seasoned Head of Engineering to lead a high-performing Solar PV engineering function within the Commercial & Industrial sector in Randburg. You will provide technical leadership across the full project lifecycle and own engineering excellence on projects from 500kW to 20MW.

You will mentor engineers, engage with senior stakeholders, and drive design reviews and sign-offs, leveraging SSEG experience and a mature leadership presence to deliver

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–10 years' Solar PV experience in the C&I market.
• PrEng registration or working towards registration.
• Proven leadership of engineering teams.
• Experience across full project lifecycle, design reviews and technical sign-off.
• Strong stakeholder and client engagement skills.
• SSEG application/certification experience advantageous.
• Mature leadership presence with high EQ and sound commercial judgement.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across the full project lifecycle.
• Mentor and develop engineers within the team.
• Engage with senior stakeholders and manage client relationships.
• Take ownership of engineering excellence on projects from 500kW to 20MW.
• Oversee design reviews, technical sign-off, and governance.

Skills

Leadership of engineering teams

Stakeholder engagement

Project lifecycle leadership

Education

BSc/BEng/BTech in Electrical Engineering

PrEng registered or working towards registration

Job description

Reference: PTA011090-CS-1

We're seeking a seasoned Head of Engineering to lead a high-performing Solar PV engineering function within the Commercial & Industrial sector. You'll provide technical leadership across the full project lifecycle, mentor and develop engineers, engage with senior stakeholders, and take ownership of engineering excellence on projects ranging from 500kW to 20MW.

Duties & Responsibilities

• BSc/BEng/BTech in Electrical Engineering
• PrEng registered or working towards registration
• 5–10 years' Solar PV experience in the C&I market
• Proven leadership of engineering teams
• Full project lifecycle, design review & technical sign-off
• Strong stakeholder and client engagement skills
• SSEG application/certification experience advantageous
• Mature leadership presence with high EQ and sound commercial judgement

Package & Remuneration

1,000,000 - 1,500,000 plus Benefits