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Solar Design Engineer

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Centurion

On-site

ZAR 300 000 - 400 000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

A leading energy solutions company in Gauteng is seeking a Solar Design Engineer to support project development in the solar industry. Responsibilities include designing solar PV systems, managing projects, and fostering client relationships. The ideal candidate holds a BEng/BSc in Electrical Engineering and has at least 2 years of relevant experience. This full-time position offers an opportunity to work with industry leaders in advanced solar systems.

Qualifications

  • 2 years relevant work experience in the C&I PV industry.

Responsibilities

  • Design mechanical and electrical drawings for solar PV systems.
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and quality.
  • Build long-term client relationships.

Skills

Electrical Engineering degree
Sketchup
Layout
AutoCAD
PVSyst
Relevant work experience in C&I PV industry

Education

BEng / BSc Electrical Engineering degree
Job description
Overview

A diverse company with a singular vision to transform the energy landscape of Africa, is looking for a to join their team in Gauteng.

The Solar Design Engineer will be expected to provide support to the project development team for a range of functions. They will work in a team that are industry‑leaders in advanced Solar systems for Industrial and Commercial properties.

Responsibilities
Design of Solar PV systems :
  • All mechanical and electrical design and drawings for rooftop, ground‑mount and storage systems
  • Compiling of BOQ (Bill of quantity)
  • Apply and drive Regulatory approvals
  • Quality control of the system designed
  • Professional engagement with suppliers and subcontractors
Project management of solar PV plant, from site establishment to internal handover :
  • Management of timeline, budget and quality
  • Management of subcontractor
  • Contract management
  • Health and safety
  • Progress reports
Client management :
  • Building long‑term client relationships
  • Managing client expectations
  • Site visits as support service for the project development team
Requirements :
  • BEng / BSc Electrical Engineering degree
  • Sketchup
  • Layout
  • AutoCAD
  • PVSyst
  • 2 years relevant work experience in the C&I PV industry

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position.

Please consider your application unsuccessful if you do not hear from us within 3 days

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