Senior Electrical Engineer - BESS & Grid Integration

Solar MD; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Solar MD in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design, integration and continuous improvement of advanced Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). You will bridge complex energy storage technology with real-world grid integration and collaborate with R&D to develop next-generation lithium-ion products.

The role requires 5–7 years in electrical engineering, SAIEE membership, and strong Autodesk Inventor skills, plus knowledge of power electronics and LiFePO4 chemistries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level engineering degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
• Must be a registered, active SAIEE member.
• 5–7 years of electrical engineering experience with a focus on solar PV, battery storage or microgrid design.
• Proficient in Autodesk Inventor for 3D modeling and electromechanical packaging.
• Knowledge of power electronics, DC/AC topologies, and LiFePO4 chemistries.
• ECSA Pr.Eng or Pr.Tech.Eng is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical and electromechanical design for energy storage systems.
• Integrate BMS with major inverter brands for off-grid, peak shaving, and grid-tied setups.
• Ensure all electrical designs, 3D models, and installations adhere to SANS and local grid-code requirements.
• Oversee the engineering lifecycle of large-scale projects from prototyping to commissioning.
• Mentor junior staff and promote safety and innovation.

Skills

Electrical design

3D modeling

Power electronics

LiFePO4 chemistry

DC/AC topologies

Education

BSc/BEng/BTech in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Solar MD in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design, integration and continuous improvement of advanced Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). You will bridge complex energy storage technology with real-world grid integration and collaborate with R&D to develop next-generation lithium-ion products.

The role requires 5–7 years in electrical engineering, SAIEE membership, and strong Autodesk Inventor skills, plus knowledge of power electronics and LiFePO4 chemistries.