Remote Senior Solar PV Design Engineer

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Laptop provided

Global team exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Solar PV Design Engineer to join a global leader in sustainable energy solutions. This fully remote role supports utility-scale and commercial solar projects from inception through detailed engineering, collaborating with a diverse, time-zone-spanning team.

You will lead electrical design, perform performance modeling, site suitability analyses, and prepare documentation for procurement and construction, while mentoring junior engineers in a remote setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 6+ years in solar PV system design, utility-scale preferred.
• Experience with PVSyst, Helioscope, AutoCAD, ETAP.
• Strong remote collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design of large-scale solar PV projects.
• Develop plans including performance modeling and shadow analysis.
• Conduct remote site suitability analyses.
• Prepare tech docs, specs, BOM for procurement and construction.
• Collaborate with procurement, construction, operations to ensure constructible, cost-effective designs.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and drafters in remote team.
• Ensure designs comply with IEC/IEEE and client requirements.
• Perform QA reviews of design packages.
• Stay updated with PV tech, inverters, mounting, storage.

Skills

PVSyst

Helioscope

ETAP

AutoCAD

Energy storage integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in sustainable energy solutions, is actively seeking an experienced Senior Solar PV Design Engineer to join their fully remote team. This pivotal role is designed for a highly motivated professional who thrives in a virtual environment and possesses a deep understanding of solar photovoltaic system design. You will be instrumental in conceptualizing, designing, and optimizing utility-scale and commercial solar projects from inception through to detailed engineering. Working from anywhere in the world, you will collaborate with diverse teams across various time zones, contributing to the advancement of clean energy initiatives. If you are passionate about renewable energy and excel in remote work settings, this is an unparalleled opportunity to make a significant impact in the energy sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design of large-scale solar PV projects, including system sizing, component selection, single-line diagrams, and protection schemes.
• Develop detailed project plans, including performance modeling, energy yield assessments, and shadow analysis using industry-standard software.
• Conduct site suitability analyses and constraints mapping for potential solar farm locations remotely.
• Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, specifications, and bill of materials for procurement and construction phases.
• Collaborate closely with procurement, construction, and operations teams to ensure designs are constructible, cost-effective, and meet performance targets.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and design drafters within the remote team structure.
• Ensure designs comply with all relevant national and international electrical codes, standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE), and client requirements.
• Perform quality assurance reviews of design packages submitted by internal teams and external partners.
• Stay current with advancements in PV technology, inverters, mounting systems, and energy storage solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of direct experience in the design of solar PV systems, with a significant portion focused on utility-scale projects.
• Demonstrated expertise with solar design software such as PVSyst, Helioscope, AutoCAD, and ETAP.
• Strong understanding of electrical system design principles, including AC/DC connections, grounding, protection, and interconnection.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, essential for effective remote collaboration.
• Experience with energy storage systems (BESS) and their integration with solar PV is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of different regulatory environments and grid interconnection standards globally is a plus.
• Self-disciplined with a strong work ethic and a commitment to meeting deadlines in a remote work context.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary of R per annum , reflecting your senior expertise.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• Contribution to a leading company at the forefront of the global renewable energy transition.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing international organization.
• Access to cutting-edge projects and the chance to work with a diverse, global team.
• Company-provided laptop and support for home office setup.