Senior Solar PV Engineer | Project Lead, Port Elizabeth

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Renewable Energy Engineer (Solar PV) based in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, ZA, to drive large-scale solar projects from design through implementation. The role requires deep PV expertise, regulatory knowledge, and strong leadership across multi-disciplinary teams.

You will design, analyse, and optimise solar PV systems, coordinate with project managers and construction teams, and ensure timely delivery within budget while staying compliant with SA regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years in renewable energy with a focus on solar PV projects.
• Proven track record delivering complex PV projects from inception to completion.
• Experience with PV design software (PVsyst, Helioscope) and simulations.
• Knowledge of grid interconnection requirements and power system studies.
• Familiarity with SA energy policies, regulations, and permitting processes.
• Strong project management, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical design and engineering of solar PV power plants, ensuring performance and compliance.
• Conduct feasibility studies, site assessments, and resource analysis for new projects.
• Develop and manage timelines, budgets, and resources for project delivery.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to execute projects efficiently.
• Oversee procurement and installation of solar PV equipment and QA/QC.
• Provide guidance on grid integration, energy storage, and power system dynamics.
• Stay updated on solar tech, regulatory changes, and market trends.
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards in Port Elizabeth region.

Skills

Solar PV design

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Grid interconnection

Power system studies

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PVsyst

Helioscope

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Renewable Energy Engineer (Solar PV) based in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, ZA, to drive large-scale solar projects from design through implementation. The role requires deep PV expertise, regulatory knowledge, and strong leadership across multi-disciplinary teams.

You will design, analyse, and optimise solar PV systems, coordinate with project managers and construction teams, and ensure timely delivery within budget while staying compliant with SA regulations.