Solar PV & BESS Solution Architect (SA) – Grid & Eskom

Jelocorp; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Jelocorp in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Solar Solution Architect to lead the scoping, design and delivery of commercial and industrial solar PV and battery storage projects.

You will assess energy needs, model yields, ensure Eskom grid compliance and coordinate with project teams, suppliers and clients across multiple sites. Travel to project sites is frequent, and a strong track record with Eskom-related approvals is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy or related engineering discipline.
• 3–5 years of proven experience designing and implementing commercial and industrial solar PV and BESS projects in South Africa.
• Proven involvement in Eskom projects, grid connections or Eskom-facing engineering approvals; describe project scope and responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of PVsyst, HelioScope, AutoCAD and HOMER Pro for solar yield, layout and energy storage modelling.
• Knowledge of Eskom tariffs, grid codes, municipal connection requirements and net-metering frameworks.
• Ability to translate technical findings into client-ready designs, reports and proposals.
• Valid South African Code B driver’s licence and willingness to travel frequently to project sites.
• ECSA registration (Pr.Eng/Pr.TechEng), SAPVIA PV GreenCard Trainer/Assessor or Certified Energy Manager qualification advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end commercial and industrial solar PV solutions from ~100 kW to multi-MW with BESS and microgrid configurations.
• Assess energy consumption and load profiles to develop reliable backup, peak shaving and energy-cost optimization solutions.
• Conduct site audits, engineering walkthroughs and assessments of substations, distribution boards and rooftops.
• Prepare electrical layouts, system specifications, energy yield modelling and financial payback analyses.
• Ensure designs align with South African grid requirements and standards (SANS 10142-1, NRS 097-2-1 and interconnection rules).
• Coordinate technical submissions for SSEG, Eskom grid connections and NERSA registrations/licensing processes.
• Provide technical guidance through construction, testing, grid connection and commissioning.
• Collaborate with business development, procurement, engineering and client stakeholders on practical, viable solutions.

Skills

Solar PV design

BESS modelling

Grid interconnection

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Renewable Energy

Tools

PVsyst

HelioScope

AutoCAD

HOMER Pro

Job description

Jelocorp in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Solar Solution Architect to lead the scoping, design and delivery of commercial and industrial solar PV and battery storage projects.

You will assess energy needs, model yields, ensure Eskom grid compliance and coordinate with project teams, suppliers and clients across multiple sites. Travel to project sites is frequent, and a strong track record with Eskom-related approvals is highly valued.