Senior Design Engineer- Power Solutions

Fourier Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer in Gauteng to manage and design Power Solutions such as UPS and Solar PV systems. The ideal candidate will hold a B.Eng or B.Tech degree and be registered with ECSA. Responsibilities include project management, site audits, and assisting in business development. The role requires travel throughout South Africa and communication fluency in English.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years work experience with references.
• Experience in designing Power Factor correction Systems.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage the company's Power Solution's product portfolio.
• Conduct site and measurement audits for designing systems.
• Assist Sales and Business Development with solution design.
• Travel to sites throughout the country.

Skills

Project Management

Solar PV System Design

Technical Support

Communication Skills

Report Writing

Education

B.Eng or B.Tech Electrical Engineering Degree

ECSA Registration as Pr.Eng or Pr.Tech

Tools

MS Office

Google Suite

Job description

Responsibilities

• Design, Commissioning and Project Management of company's Power Solution's product portfolio and solutions, including UPS systems, Generator systems, Solar PV systems, Power Quality and other standard commercial electrical installation work.
• Conduct site audits for the design of Solar PV systems, creating BOQs and combining it into a proposal.
• Conduct measurement audits for sizing and dimensioning of technical solution (UPS, Generator, Inverter, battery storage, solar PV etc.).
• Develop projects and present to clients.
• Assist Sales and Business development team with the design, scoping and costing of solutions.
• Determine project specifications by studying product design, customer requirements, and performance standards; completing technical studies and preparing cost estimates.
• Project management on key projects, managing contractors, procurement of material, invoicing etc.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements, and integrate them into design processes.
• Execute all tasks according to company quality standards and uphold workmanship standards as per company procedures.
• Abide by all Occupational Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Cooperate with senior to assist in operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Assist in upholding installation and workmanship standards as laid down by procedure.
• Traveling to sites throughout the country.
• Provide technical support regarding UPS and inverters.
• Ensure all designs and installations meet the required codes and standards.
• Oversee the commissioning process and sign-off, ensuring proper installation and functionality of solution.

Qualifications

• B.Eng or B.Tech Electrical Engineering Degree.
• Registered with ECSA as Pr.Eng or Pr.Tech.
• Solar PV Design training (not compulsory but will be an advantage).
• Registered with ECSA to be able to sign off on engineering projects.
• Minimum 3-5 years work experience with references.
• Experience in designing Power Factor correction Systems.
• Valid driver's license.
• Proficiency with MS Office and/or Google Suite.
• Communicate fluently in English (write and speak).
• Good report writing skills.
• Proven experience in designing electrical systems for commercial solar installations will be an advantage.