Senior Project Engineer - Renewable Energy Industry

RPO Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in renewable energy is on the lookout for a Senior Project Engineer to spearhead the design of innovative solar systems in Cape Town. This role offers the chance to work on high-end commercial projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices. You will lead a dynamic team, conduct site inspections, and manage budgets while utilizing your extensive Solar PV experience. This is an exciting opportunity to influence sustainable energy solutions and drive impactful projects in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about renewable energy and have a knack for leadership, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Professional Development Opportunities

Flexible Working Hours

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Solar PV on commercial projects.
• Pr Eng registration with ECSA is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Design renewable energy systems per regulations and standards.
• Lead a design team of Project Engineers and Draughtsman.
• Conduct site inspections and create detailed project budgets.

Skills

Solar PV Experience

Leadership Skills

Problem-solving Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

BSc/BEng in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Design and Visualization Software

Job description

Description:

RPO Recruitment's client, a highly reputable renewable energy firm in South Africa, is currently seeking a qualified Senior Project Engineer to join their dynamic team in Cape Town as soon as possible.

In this role, you will lead the design of high-end commercial & industrial solar systems, ensuring that they comply with regulations and standards and follow best engineering practices. This exciting role includes the designing of renewable energy systems, cost projections, system production estimates and ensuring that our systems are robust in operation.

Responsibilities:

• Design of renewable energy systems according to relevant regulations and standards.
• Do site inspections to accurately design and cost new projects.
• Draw up budgets for proposed new projects.
• Create detailed drawings for information and construction purposes.
• Do 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.
• Form part of commissioning team on site during project commissioning.
• Assist with any engineering related operations and maintenance issues.
• Assist in creating design tools for engineering department.
• Assist the project specific Project Manager with any engineering related project related issues.
• Lead a design team of Project Engineers, Interns and Draughtsman to complete designs.
• Review designs from project engineers and interns.
• Professionally approve designs for compliance to regulations and standards.
• Professional sign-off plants for compliance to regulations and standards.

Requirements:

• BSc/BEng degree in Electrical Engineering
• Over 10 years’ extensive Solar PV experience on commercial projects
• Pr Eng registration with ECSA non-negotiable
• Excellent computer literacy and knowledge of design and visualization software
• Excellent organizational, time management, leadership and decision making skills
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Knowledge of applicable codes, policies, standards and best practices
• The ability to work within budgets and to deadlines
• Have excellent problem-solving skills with good inductive reasoning skills
• Ability to manage a team and provide guidance to junior staff

Benefits:

Salary: R900K – R1,2M CTC per annum, negotiable

RPO is a Specialist Recruitment Agency that provides candidates and clients with unique recruitment solutions tailored to their needs. We focus on helping you reach your personal and professional goals by connecting you to your perfect career path.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Meghan du Plessis and Riana Hattingh (021 180 0776) at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: [emailprotected]