Project Electrical Engineer - Solar PV & BESS

Inuka Partners; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Inuka Partners seeks a Project Electrical Engineer to support utility-scale solar PV and BESS projects in the renewable energy sector in Cape Town. You will contribute to feasibility studies, electrical design, and coordination across engineering and project delivery teams.

The role requires a degree in electrical/electro-mechanical engineering, 5+ years of relevant experience, proficiency with PVSyst and AutoCAD, and fluency in English and Arabic to engage with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in electrical or electromechanical engineering in renewable energy projects.
• Experience with high-voltage networks, substations, and utility-scale solar PV.
• Proficiency with PVSyst, AutoCAD, and weather datasets.
• Fluency in English and Arabic.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preliminary and detailed energy yield assessments for feasibility.
• Develop technical specifications and electrical system design.
• Review documentation, PPAs, grid codes, and connection agreements.
• Coordinate with utilities, contractors, and internal teams.
• Support site visits, testing, commissioning, and project close-out.
• Monitor implementation during construction.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder coordination

Fluent Arabic

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Electromechanical Engineering

Tools

PVSyst

AutoCAD

SolarGIS

MN7

Job description

Project Electrical Engineer - Solar PV & BESS

Support the engineering design, technical assessment, and delivery of utility-scale solar PV and battery storage projects.

Our client is a renewable energy company seeking a Project Electrical Engineer to support project development and execution. The role will cover technical assessments, electrical design, due diligence, and coordination across engineering and project delivery teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preliminary and detailed energy yield assessments and support project feasibility evaluations.
• Develop technical specifications and support electrical system design.
• Review technical documentation, PPAs, grid codes, and connection agreements.
• Support technology selection, due diligence, and supplier evaluations.
• Coordinate with utilities, contractors, suppliers, and internal project teams.
• Review detailed engineering designs and monitor implementation during construction.
• Support site visits, testing, commissioning, and project close-out.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Electromechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of electrical or electromechanical engineering experience, including experience in renewable energy, project environments, and distribution or reticulation design.
• Experience with PVSyst, AutoCAD, and weather datasets such as SolarGIS or MN7.
• Exposure to high-voltage networks, substations, and utility-scale solar PV projects.
• Understanding of renewable energy engineering design principles, particularly solar PV and BESS.
• Fluent Arabic and English.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills.