Solar Engineer - Renewable Energy Industry

Energy Vault; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm in Johannesburg is seeking a qualified Solar Engineer to join their team. The role involves solar system design, installation, and troubleshooting across residential and commercial projects. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and proficiency in design software, along with at least 2 years experience in the field. Join a pioneering firm committed to sustainable energy solutions.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary based on experience

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in solar PV system design and commissioning.
• Proven experience designing residential and commercial solar systems.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee/conduct commissioning of solar systems on site and remotely.
• Conduct site assessments and select appropriate solar components.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and electrical codes.

Skills

Solar installation design

Fault finding and troubleshooting

Strong understanding of solar PV components

Documentation and reporting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

PVSOL

Helioscope

Job description

RPO Recruitment’s client, a well-established renewable energy firm in South Africa specialising in the solar industry, is currently looking to hire a qualified and experienced Solar Engineer who can join their successful and growing team in Johannesburg as soon as possible.

Responsibilities:

• Solar installation design
• Selection of appropriate solar components (inverters, panels, batteries, etc.) based on technical and site-specific needs
• Conduct site assessments and visits
• Oversee/conduct the commissioning of solar systems on site and remotely
• Diagnose and resolve faults in solar PV systems, including issues related to inverters, wiring, solar panels, and battery systems
• Present design concepts to clients, providing technical explanations of solar system designs and product specifications
• Ensure all designs comply with local regulations, electrical codes, and industry best practices
• Collaboration with project teams
• Documentation and reporting
• Provide training to installation teams

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, PVSOL, Helioscope or similar software
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in solar PV system design, installations and commissioning
• Proven experience in designing both residential and commercial solar systems
• Strong understanding of solar PV system components and electrical design principles
• Experience in fault finding and troubleshooting solar PV systems
• Knowledge of local electrical codes and industry regulations
• Valid driver’s license
• Willingness to travel for site assessments

Benefits:

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience and qualifications

RPO is a Specialist Recruitment Agency that provides candidates and clients with unique recruitment solutions tailored to their needs. We focus on helping you reach your personal and professional goals by connecting you to your perfect career path.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Meghan du Plessis and Riana Hattingh (021 180 0776) at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: [emailprotected]