Renewable Energy Engineer

WSP in Africa; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Africa in Midrand is seeking an experienced engineer to join our Energy team. You will lead technical advisory for utility-scale Solar PV and Wind projects, coordinating multidisciplinary inputs and guiding projects from feasibility through commissioning.

You will engage investors, developers and lenders, contribute to proposals, and mentor junior engineers while upholding WSP’s SHEQ standards and ensuring quality outcomes across Southern Africa.

Qualifications

• BSc or BTech in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (3–6 years postgrad renewable energy exp).
• Experience advising investors, developers or lenders across feasibility, development, construction and commissioning.
• Knowledge of Solar PV plant design, energy yield and grid connection interfaces.
• Experience with utility-scale projects (ground-mounted, building-mounted, fixed-tilt or tracking).
• ECSA registration as a Candidate Engineer; professional registration advantageous or pursuing Pr Eng within 1–3 years.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical advisory assignments for utility-scale Solar PV and Wind projects.
• Coordinate inputs across mechanical, electrical, civil, control and instrumentation.
• Provide design review, procurement support, and commissioning oversight.
• Prepare specifications, tenders, evaluations, and contractor selection.
• Support due diligence, financial close and review of EPC and O&M contracts.
• Identify risks and recommend practical mitigations.
• Develop proposals, scope and price services to grow business.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote SHEQ standards.

Skills

Technical advisory

Multidisciplinary coordination

Proposal development

Client engagement

Mentoring junior engineers

SHEQ compliance

Education

BSc Engineering or BTech Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical)

Job description

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A Little More About Your Role…

Join our Energy team in Midrand and help deliver utility-scale Solar PV and Wind Energy projects across Southern Africa, with opportunities to support selected international assignments. You will advise investors, developers and lenders throughout the renewable energy project lifecycle, from early-stage assessment and feasibility through design review, procurement, construction monitoring, testing and commissioning.

You will work with multidisciplinary specialists, build trusted client relationships and contribute to proposals and business growth across South Africa and the wider region. The role may require travel of up to 50% to client offices, project sites and manufacturers’ premises, including travel within Africa.

What will you do?

• Lead technical advisory assignments for utility-scale Solar PV and Wind Energy projects.
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical, civil, control and instrumentation inputs across multidisciplinary projects.
• Provide technical input from initial assessment and feasibility through design review, procurement, construction monitoring, testing and commissioning.
• Prepare and manage technical specifications, tenders, evaluations and contractor selection processes.
• Support technical due diligence, financial close and the review of EPC, Balance of Plant, operations and maintenance, and other key project contracts.
• Identify technical, construction, operational and financial risks and recommend practical mitigation measures.
• Develop proposals, scope and price services, and support client and market growth across South Africa and the wider region.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, contractors and internal teams while mentoring junior engineers and reviewing technical outputs.
• Promote WSP’s SHEQ standards and contribute to a safe, responsible and quality-focused working environment.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• A BSc Engineering or BTech Engineering qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Approximately three to six years of postgraduate renewable energy experience, with demonstrated Solar PV expertise; Wind Energy experience will be advantageous.
• Knowledge of the South African renewable energy market, including REIPPPP; regional or international exposure is preferred.
• Experience advising investors, project developers, lenders or banks across feasibility, development engineering, construction monitoring, testing, commissioning or operational inspections.
• Knowledge of Solar PV plant design, layouts, energy yield assessments and grid connection interfaces.
• Experience with utility-scale applications, including ground-mounted, building-mounted, fixed-tilt or tracking systems.
• Demonstrated proposal development, project coordination, technical report writing and client engagement skills.
• ECSA registration as a Candidate Engineer. Professional registration will be advantageous, or you should be committed to achieving PrEng registration within one to three years.
• The ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, manage competing priorities and deliver quality work within time and cost requirements.

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