Lead Electrical Design Engineer - Renewable Energy (Paarl)

Placements24; Stellenbosch Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 1,300,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Electrical Design Engineer for our client in Paarl, Western Cape, to lead electrical design for utility-scale solar PV and battery storage projects. You will oversee the full design lifecycle, from concept to commissioning, and mentor a team of engineers and drafters.

The role requires a Bachelors in Electrical Engineering, 7+ years in electrical design with renewables, strong knowledge of AC/DC systems, grid interconnection, and relevant software (AutoCAD

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years in electrical design; 5+ years in renewable energy (solar PV, storage).
• Experience leading design teams and managing deliverables.
• Knowledge of AC/DC systems, grid interconnection, protection schemes.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical, ETAP, PSS/E.
• Experience with MV/HV systems.
• Pr Eng registration desirable with ECSA.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design of renewable energy projects, including solar PV and energy storage.
• Develop and review single-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring layouts.
• Specify equipment such as inverters, transformers, switchgear, and cabling.
• Perform electrical studies (load flow, short circuit, protection coordination).
• Ensure designs comply with IEC/IEEE codes and client specs.
• Mentor and manage a design team of engineers and drafters.
• Provide technical support during procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Collaborate with project managers, civil engineers, procurement, and construction teams.
• Stay current with design best practices and renewable energy technologies.
• Review design documentation from third-party consultants or contractors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Pr. Eng registration desirable with ECSA

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

ETAP

PSS/E

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Electrical Design Engineer for our client in Paarl, Western Cape, to lead electrical design for utility-scale solar PV and battery storage projects. You will oversee the full design lifecycle, from concept to commissioning, and mentor a team of engineers and drafters.

The role requires a Bachelors in Electrical Engineering, 7+ years in electrical design with renewables, strong knowledge of AC/DC systems, grid interconnection, and relevant software (AutoCAD