Senior Solar PV Engineer - Remote

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical + dental + vision insurance

Professional development budget

Flexible working hours

Fully remote

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Solar PV Engineer to join a fully remote engineering team in South Africa. You will lead design, development, and optimization of PV systems for commercial and utility-scale projects, applying your PV expertise to maximize performance and reliability.

The role emphasizes advanced modeling, schematics, site assessments, and energy yield analysis, with collaboration across project managers, sales, and field technicians.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years hands-on experience in solar PV design and engineering.
• Proficiency with PV design tools (PVSyst, Helioscope) and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of South African electrical codes and interconnection requirements.
• Proactive problem solving and remote teamwork ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design and engineering of solar PV systems including performance modeling.
• Develop electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and layouts.
• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies for potential projects.
• Perform energy yield and financial analyses using standard software.
• Provide technical support during construction and commissioning.
• Stay updated on PV technology, storage, and grid integration.

Skills

PV design leadership

Remote collaboration

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

PVSyst

Helioscope

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Solar PV Engineer to join their fully remote engineering team. This role is integral to the design, development, and optimization of photovoltaic (PV) systems for a range of commercial and utility-scale projects. You will leverage your extensive technical expertise to ensure the efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness of our solar installations. Working from anywhere, you will collaborate with project managers, sales teams, and field technicians to deliver cutting-edge solar solutions. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of PV technology, system design, and performance analysis, driving innovation in the renewable energy space.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the technical design and engineering of solar PV systems, including performance modeling and component selection.
• Develop detailed electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and array layouts.
• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies for potential solar projects.
• Perform energy yield assessments and financial analysis using industry-standard software.
• Provide technical support during the construction and commissioning phases of PV projects.
• Stay current with advancements in PV technology, battery storage, and grid integration.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field; Master's preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of hands-on experience in solar PV system design and engineering.
• Proficiency in PV design software (e.g., PVSyst, Helioscope) and AutoCAD.
• Strong knowledge of South African electrical codes, standards, and grid interconnection requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to technical challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative team environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Significant budget for professional development, training, and conferences.
• Flexible working hours and a fully remote work arrangement.
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful clean energy projects globally.