Lead Geothermal Engineer - Hybrid Role in Cape Town

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Retirement fund contribution

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead Geothermal Energy Engineer in Cape Town to drive development and optimization of geothermal systems. Lead exploration, reservoir modeling, and plant design while guiding a team of engineers and coordinating with stakeholders. Hybrid work arrangement available.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in geothermal energy, strong analytical skills, and a track record in project leadership and safety compliance. Cape Town-based with global opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Geothermal Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Geology, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in geothermal energy with leadership and technical design.
• Proficiency with geothermal exploration, reservoir modeling/simulation, and drilling technologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across all phases of geothermal project development.
• Oversee design, engineering, and construction of geothermal power plants.
• Develop reservoir management strategies to maximize energy extraction.

Skills

Technical leadership

Communication

Team mentoring

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's or PhD in Geothermal Engineering or related field

Tools

TOUGH2

Gringotts

CAD tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Lead Geothermal Energy Engineer in Cape Town to drive development and optimization of geothermal systems. Lead exploration, reservoir modeling, and plant design while guiding a team of engineers and coordinating with stakeholders. Hybrid work arrangement available.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in geothermal energy, strong analytical skills, and a track record in project leadership and safety compliance. Cape Town-based with global opportunities.