Senior Engineer Cape Town

Msp Staffing Pty Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A large renewable energy company is seeking a Senior Engineer to join their team in Cape Town. The role involves designing renewable energy systems, conducting site inspections, and leading a team of engineers. Candidates should have at least a PR Eng qualification in Electrical Engineering, with 4-5 years of experience in Solar PV projects, specifically focusing on eastern and southern African regions. This position offers a dynamic environment where you will contribute to innovative projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-5 years experience in Solar PV Commercial projects.
• Registered with the Engineering Council of South Africa.
• Strong focus on Eastern and Southern African projects.

Responsibilities

• Design renewable energy systems according to relevant regulations.
• Conduct site inspections to design and cost new projects.
• Create detailed drawings for information and construction purposes.
• Lead a team of Project Engineers and Interns in design completion.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Project Leadership

Site Inspection

System Simulation

Design Compliance

Education

PR Eng in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Senior Engineer - Renewable Energy

A large renewable energy company in the C&I space is looking for a Senior Engineer to join their Cape Town Team.

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum qualification of PR Eng in Electrical Engineering.
• Registered with the Engineering Council of South Africa as a Professional Engineer or Professional Engineering Technologist.
• Minimum 4-5 years experience in Solar PV Commercial projects.
• Strong focus on East African (Kenya) projects.
• Strong focus on Southern African projects.

Your Responsibilities

• Design renewable energy systems according to relevant regulations and standards.
• Conduct site inspections to accurately design and cost new projects.
• Draw up budgets for proposed new projects.
• Create detailed drawings for information and construction purposes.
• Perform all necessary calculations and documentation required for utility approval.
• Create as-built drawings.
• Measure and create bills of quantities for installations.
• Accurately simulate system performances and / or productions.
• Be part of the commissioning team on site during project commissioning.
• Assist with any engineering-related operations and maintenance issues.
• Support the project-specific Project Manager with any engineering-related project issues.
• Lead a design team of Project Engineers, Interns, and Draughtsmen to complete designs.
• Review designs from project engineers and interns.
• Professionally approve designs for compliance with regulations and standards.
• Professionally sign off plants for compliance with regulations and standards.