Solar Design Engineer

Hire Resolve – Top Recruitment Agency; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

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 [e-mail]

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