Senior Electrical Engineer(Pr Eng)

Set Consulting; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Johannesburg is seeking a qualified Senior Electrical Engineer (Pr.Eng) to support large-scale solar PV projects. The successful candidate will conduct project designs, manage budgets, and mentor junior engineers, playing a key role in advancing renewable energy in South Africa. A degree in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years of experience are required, along with a valid driver’s licence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in an electrical engineering environment.
• Proven design and build experience in large-scale solar PV ground mount projects.
• Valid driver’s licence and own car.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preliminary and detailed project designs.
• Support system commissioning.
• Prepare and control complex project budgets.
• Issue construction drawings and related project documentation.
• Research and evaluate new technologies.
• Provide technical support for business development.
• Offer client-facing technical support.
• Review peer designs and approve final designs.
• Assume responsibility for project engineering sign-off.
• Mentor and supervise junior engineers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Critical reasoning

Problem-solving capability

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Registered as a Pr. Eng with ECSA

Job description

Overview

Senior Electrical Engineer(Pr Eng)

Market-related Package

Johannesburg, Guateng

We are seeking a qualified and driven Senior Electrical Engineer (Pr.Eng) to join our team and support the design, development, and delivery of large-scale solar PV ground mount projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in technical design, project management, and mentoring junior engineers, contributing to the continued growth of renewable energy in South Africa.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Registered as a Pr.Eng with ECSA
• Valid driver’s licence and own car
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in an electrical engineering environment
• Proven design and build experience in large-scale solar PV ground mount projects

Preferred Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent time management abilities
• Team player with solid interpersonal skills
• Critical reasoning and innovative problem-solving capability
• Ability to perform under pressure

Key Responsibilities

• Solar Project Engineering: Conduct preliminary and detailed project designs
• Provide support with system commissioning
• Contribute to the preparation and control of complex project budgets
• Issue construction drawings and related project documentation
• Research and evaluate new technologies
• Provide technical support for business development initiatives
• Offer client-facing technical support and troubleshooting
• Review peer designs and approve final designs
• Assume responsibility for project engineering sign-off

Team & Project Support

• Mentor and supervise junior engineers and graduates
• Prepare and deliver technical reports and presentations
• Contribute to general project management activities
• Review contracts for technical accuracy
• Ensure compliance with health and safety planning and implementation

Grid & Communication

• Provide technical inputs for grid connection applications
• Manage both internal and external technical communications