Senior Project Engineer, Renewable Energy (Hybrid)

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid and pension benefits

Professional development and advanced

Hybrid work arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Engineer for our Kimberley office to lead the technical engineering of renewable energy projects from concept through construction and commissioning. This role focuses on detailed design, project oversight, and procurement support for solar and wind infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in project engineering within energy, strong leadership and communication skills, and experience with grid connection requirements in South Africa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive project engineering experience, preferably in renewables.
• Proven track record delivering energy infrastructure projects from design to commissioning.
• Proficiency in engineering design software and project management tools.
• Strong knowledge of renewable energy technologies and grid integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical engineering and design for solar, wind, substations and associated infrastructure.
• Develop detailed engineering plans, specs, and drawings.
• Manage procurement activities including tender evaluations and supplier selection.
• Provide technical support to construction teams during installation and commissioning.
• Perform site inspections and technical reviews to ensure quality and compliance.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders; ensure codes and safety standards are met.

Skills

Project engineering

Renewable energy

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Civil Engineering

Tools

Engineering design software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Engineer for our Kimberley office to lead the technical engineering of renewable energy projects from concept through construction and commissioning. This role focuses on detailed design, project oversight, and procurement support for solar and wind infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in project engineering within energy, strong leadership and communication skills, and experience with grid connection requirements in South Africa.