Senior Electrical Design Engineer, Renewable Energy Hybrid

Placements24; Sandton; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer in Sandton, Gauteng, to lead the electrical design of utility-scale solar PV and BESS projects, from concept to detailed design, delivering robust and cost-effective solutions. You will develop single-line diagrams, schematics, AC/DC system designs, and protection philosophies, performing load calculations and grid interconnection studies.

Collaborating with civil, structural and mechanical teams, you will ensure compliance with IEC

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 6+ years in electrical engineering, 4+ years in renewables.
• Pr.Eng. registration is highly desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the electrical design of utility-scale solar PV and BESS projects, from concept to detailed design.
• Develop single-line diagrams, schematics, AC/DC system designs, and protection philosophies.
• Perform electrical load calculations, short circuit analysis, and grid interconnection studies.
• Specify major electrical equipment, including inverters, transformers, switchgear, battery systems, and cabling.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant grid codes, IEC standards, and client requirements.
• Collaborate closely with civil, structural, and mechanical engineering teams to ensure integrated project design.
• Prepare technical specifications, equipment datasheets, and tender documents.
• Review designs and proposals from EPC contractors and equipment suppliers.
• Provide technical support during the construction and commissioning phases of projects.
• Stay abreast of the latest technologies and best practices in renewable energy electrical design.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Decision making

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Herramientas

PVSyst

ETAP

AutoCAD

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer in Sandton, Gauteng, to lead the electrical design of utility-scale solar PV and BESS projects, from concept to detailed design, delivering robust and cost-effective solutions. You will develop single-line diagrams, schematics, AC/DC system designs, and protection philosophies, performing load calculations and grid interconnection studies.

Collaborating with civil, structural and mechanical teams, you will ensure compliance with IEC