Senior Electrical Engineer, Renewable Energy Projects

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Frontline renewable energy projects

Professional growth

Team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, South Africa, is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support renewable energy projects, focusing on the design, planning, and on-site oversight of solar and wind installations.

You will work with project managers and site teams to ensure compliance with standards and grid-connection requirements, leveraging your passion for renewables and proven project management experience in this sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• At least 4 years' experience in electrical engineering with a focus on renewable energy systems.
• Knowledge of grid-tied and off-grid renewable energy systems.
• Familiarity with electrical codes and standards (e.g., NRS, IEC).

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical design for solar and wind power systems, including PV array sizing, inverter selection, and grid interconnection studies.
• Develop electrical single-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring layouts.
• Manage the procurement of electrical equipment and materials for renewable energy projects.
• Oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical components on-site.
• Ensure compliance with national and international standards for electrical installations and safety.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues that arise during project construction and operation.

Skills

Electrical design

Grid interconnection

Project management

Site supervision

Renewable energy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

PVSyst

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Placements24 in Benoni, South Africa, is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support renewable energy projects, focusing on the design, planning, and on-site oversight of solar and wind installations.

You will work with project managers and site teams to ensure compliance with standards and grid-connection requirements, leveraging your passion for renewables and proven project management experience in this sector.