Proposal Design Engineer

Energy Vault; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy sector seeks a Proposal Design Engineer with a strong foundation in engineering design and a passion for solar solutions. As part of the business development and engineering teams, you will prepare high-quality proposals for solar PV projects, incorporating client requirements into innovative designs.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in proposal, design, or applications engineering in the solar PV sector.
• Familiarity with solar design software and relevant standards.
• Strong presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed solar PV system designs and layouts using relevant design software.
• Prepare and compile comprehensive technical proposal documents and costing.
• Conduct feasibility studies based on site data.

Skills

Technical writing

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Education

BEng Degree in Electrical or related Engineering discipline

Tools

PVsyst

Helioscope

AutoCAD

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of a reputable client in the renewable energy sector, seeking a Proposal Design Engineer with a passion for solar energy and a strong foundation in engineering design and project proposals.

As the Proposal Design Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting the business development and engineering teams by preparing high-quality technical and commercial proposals for solar PV projects. You will play a vital role in shaping sustainable energy solutions by transforming client requirements into well-structured, technically sound, and cost-effective proposals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed solar PV system designs and layouts using relevant design software (e.g., PVsyst, Helioscope, and AutoCAD).
• Prepare and compile comprehensive technical proposal documents and costing.
• Analyse site data (irradiation, shading, and energy yield) and conduct feasibility studies.
• Work closely with the sales and engineering teams to ensure alignment between client expectations and proposed solutions.
• Assist with responding to RFQs, RFPs, and tender submissions.

Minimum Requirements:

• BEng Degree in Electrical or a related Engineering discipline.
• 1–3 years of experience in a proposal, design or applications engineering role in the solar PV sector.
• Familiarity with solar design software and relevant standards.
• Strong technical writing and presentation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical mindset.

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