Solar Design Engineer: PV Systems & Yield Optimization

Network Engineering; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Engineering is seeking a Solar Design Engineer to develop high-performance solar PV solutions for commercial, industrial, and utility-scale projects in South Africa. You will lead technical design, feasibility studies, energy yield optimization, and support project execution, collaborating with clients and project teams to ensure efficient, cost-effective renewable energy delivery.

The ideal candidate has a BEng/BSc in Electrical Engineering with a Renewable Energy specialization and 3–8

Qualifications

• BEng/BSc in Electrical Engineering with renewable energy focus preferred.
• 3–8 years of solar PV design experience required.
• Experience with Helioscope, PVsyst, and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of grid-tied and hybrid systems; SA electrical standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical design of solar PV systems.
• Conduct feasibility studies and optimize energy yields.
• Support project execution and client communication.
• Collaborate with project teams to deliver cost-effective solutions.

Skills

Helioscope

PVsyst

AutoCAD

Solar design

Grid-tied systems

Technical reporting

Communication

Education

Electrical Engineering degree (BEng/BSc)

Renewable Energy specialization

Tools

Helioscope

PVsyst

AutoCAD

Job description

Network Engineering is seeking a Solar Design Engineer to develop high-performance solar PV solutions for commercial, industrial, and utility-scale projects in South Africa. You will lead technical design, feasibility studies, energy yield optimization, and support project execution, collaborating with clients and project teams to ensure efficient, cost-effective renewable energy delivery.

The ideal candidate has a BEng/BSc in Electrical Engineering with a Renewable Energy specialization and 3–8