Lead Renewable Energy Engineer - Solar & Wind, Flexible

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Performance bonuses

Professional development

Flexible working

Generous leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Renewable Energy Engineer in George, Western Cape, to spearhead utility-scale solar and wind projects. You will lead design, feasibility, and execution from concept to handover, applying advanced electrical engineering for renewable power generation.

You will mentor a team of engineers, ensure grid code compliance, and collaborate with clients, regulators, and partners. A Master's degree in Electrical Engineering and 8+ years of relevant experience are required;

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with specialization in power systems or renewable energy.
• 8+ years of experience in design and development of renewable energy projects.
• Experience leading engineering teams and managing complex projects.
• Knowledge of solar PV and/or wind technologies, grid integration and power conversion.
• Proficiency with renewable energy modeling software and SA grid codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and engineering of utility-scale solar PV and wind projects.
• Perform feasibility studies, site assessments and resource analyses.
• Develop electrical schematics, single-line diagrams and equipment specs.
• Manage full project lifecycle from concept to commissioning and handover.
• Mentor and supervise a team of electrical and renewable energy engineers.
• Ensure compliance with national and international standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with clients, regulators and construction partners.
• Analyze system performance and optimize energy yield and costs.
• Oversee budgets, resources and procurement for electrical components.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Negotiation

Team leadership

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) registration advantageous

Tools

PVSyst

Homer Energy

WAsP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Renewable Energy Engineer in George, Western Cape, to spearhead utility-scale solar and wind projects. You will lead design, feasibility, and execution from concept to handover, applying advanced electrical engineering for renewable power generation.

You will mentor a team of engineers, ensure grid code compliance, and collaborate with clients, regulators, and partners. A Master's degree in Electrical Engineering and 8+ years of relevant experience are required;