Senior Renewable Energy Electrical Engineer - Grid-Ready

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Project-based bonuses

Health, dental and vision insurance

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Renewable Energy Electrical Engineer to contribute to solar, wind and hybrid projects in Port Elizabeth. You will design, develop, and implement electrical systems, focusing on efficiency, reliability, and grid integration.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, at least 6 years’ experience with renewable energy systems, and hands-on experience with inverters, energy storage, and grid codes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• 6+ years of experience in electrical engineering with a focus on renewable energy systems.
• Experience with solar PV, energy storage, or wind turbine electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for renewable energy projects (PV arrays, storage, grid connection).
• Perform power system analysis including load flow and fault studies.
• Select components (inverters, transformers, switchgear, protection relays).
• Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, and SA grid codes.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and testing on project sites around Port Elizabeth.
• Collaborate with project managers and other engineers to ensure project execution.

Skills

Power electronics

Grid interconnection standards

Project management

Electrical system design

Renewable energy knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS/E

PSCAD

HOMER

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Renewable Energy Electrical Engineer to contribute to solar, wind and hybrid projects in Port Elizabeth. You will design, develop, and implement electrical systems, focusing on efficiency, reliability, and grid integration.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, at least 6 years’ experience with renewable energy systems, and hands-on experience with inverters, energy storage, and grid codes.