Project Engineer: Solar & BESS Solutions

The Key Recruitment Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy company in Durban seeks a Project Engineer with solid expertise in solar energy and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The role includes site assessments, proposal development, and client engagement. Candidates should have an electrical engineering degree and experience in the solar sector. Willingness to travel across KZN is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years’ experience in the solar energy industry.
• 3–5 years’ experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Commercial and Industrial Solar, BESS, Utility-scale experience

Responsibilities

• Conduct site assessments and data analysis.
• Engage clients on potential solar farm projects.
• Prepare and present detailed proposals and models.
• Provide troubleshooting and support for operational sites.
• Maintain organized filing of all technical designs.
• Act as technical interface with clients.
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams.
• Monitor market trends to maintain competitive edge.
• Ensure designs align with client expectations.

Skills

Proficient in Excel for modelling

Solid understanding of Grid-Tied Systems

In-depth knowledge of BESS systems

Education

B. Sc/ B. Eng/ B. Tech in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Growing renewable energy company seeks to employ a Project Engineer with experience across the full project lifecycle, from site assessment and modelling through proposal development and customer engagement to solution delivery and after-sales support. Durban based

Qualifications

• B. Sc/ B. Eng/ B. Tech in Electrical Engineering
• 3–5+ years’ experience in the solar energy industry.
• 3–5 years’ experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Proficient in Excel for modelling, calculations, and proposal development.
• Solid understanding of Grid-Tied Systems: SolarEdge, Sungrow, Sunsynk, Huawei.
• In-depth knowledge of BESS systems: Sungrow, Atess, Sunsynk, SigEnergy.
• Commercial and Industrial Solar, BESS, Utility-scale experience
• Willingness to travel across KZN

Responsibilities

• Conduct site assessments, data analysis, and translate findings into effective energy solutions.
• Engage clients on potential future solar farm projects (5–20MW scale).
• Prepare and present detailed proposals, models, and energy simulations tailored to client needs.
• Provide troubleshooting and technical support for operational sites where issues arise.
• Maintain clear, organised, and up-to-date filing and archiving of all technical designs for future reference and compliance.
• Act as the technical interface with clients, managing relationships and ensuring solution clarity.
• Collaborate with engineering and project delivery teams to ensure accurate and aligned implementation.
• Monitor market trends and competitor offerings to maintain a leading edge.
• Ensure engineering teams’ designs align with client expectations and technical parameters.

Please apply online or contact Jan van Dyk on 021 – 531 2015 for more information