Lead Geothermal Engineer – Cape Town, Drive Innovation

Placements24; Cape Town; Vor Ort; ZAR 1.000.000 - 1.600.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical aid

Life insurance

Pension fund contributions

Relocation assistance for relocating

Professional development

Conferences and training

Accommodation options during initial阶段

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking an experienced Lead Geothermal Engineer to spearhead geothermal projects in Cape Town.

You will design, develop, and optimize power plants, lead a team, conduct feasibility studies, manage budgets, and ensure safety and environmental compliance.

This on-site leadership role offers exposure to cutting-edge technology and opportunities to advance clean energy in a region with untapped potential.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field with geothermal specialization.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive geothermal engineering, project management, and operations.
• Expertise in geothermal resource assessment, well design, drilling operations, and power plant engineering.
• Strong leadership, team management, and proven project delivery track record.
• Knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer applied to geothermal systems.
• Experience with reservoir simulation, geological modeling, and project management software.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Understanding of South African regulatory environment for energy projects.
• Commitment to innovation and sustainable energy practices.

Aufgaben

• Oversee design and implementation of geothermal power systems, drilling, reservoir engineering, and plant construction.
• Lead engineers and specialists, providing technical guidance and mentorship.
• Conduct feasibility studies and site assessments for geothermal resources.
• Develop and manage budgets, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and engineering standards in SA.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues in resource extraction and power conversion.
• Collaborate with geologists, geophysicists, and other experts to optimize resource use.
• Evaluate new technologies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Prepare reports, proposals, and presentations for stakeholders and regulators.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Geothermal design

Reservoir engineering

Drilling operations

Thermodynamics

Project management

Team mentoring

Safety compliance

Ausbildung

Bachelor's/Master's in Mechanical or Civil Eng

Tools

Reservoir simulation software

Geological modeling tools

Project management software

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking an experienced Lead Geothermal Engineer to spearhead geothermal projects in Cape Town.

You will design, develop, and optimize power plants, lead a team, conduct feasibility studies, manage budgets, and ensure safety and environmental compliance.

This on-site leadership role offers exposure to cutting-edge technology and opportunities to advance clean energy in a region with untapped potential.