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Solar Design Engineer

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Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Solar Design Engineer to join their team in Gauteng. The role involves designing Solar PV systems, managing project timelines and budgets, and building strong client relationships. Ideal candidates should hold a BEng/BSc in Electrical Engineering with at least 2 years of experience in the commercial and industrial PV sector. Proficiency in Sketchup, AutoCAD, and PVSyst is essential. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to transformative energy projects in Africa.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience in the C&I PV industry.
  • Strong knowledge in designing Solar PV systems.
  • Experience in project management and client interactions.

Responsibilities

  • Design mechanical and electrical systems for Solar PV.
  • Manage timelines, budgets, and quality during project execution.
  • Build long-term relationships with clients and suppliers.

Skills

Sketchup
Layout
AutoCAD
PVSyst
Client relationship management

Education

BEng/BSc Electrical Engineering degree
Job description

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

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by either filling in the online application form or by emailing your CV to Engineers@hireresolve.za.com

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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