Solar PV Design Engineer

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Leading solar technology

Diverse projects

Supportive team environment

Growth & training

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a detail-oriented Solar PV Design Engineer to join our Klerksdorp team. You will lead the complete design of photovoltaic systems from site assessments to construction documentation, contributing to renewable energy projects across the North West province.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 3+ years in PV design, and strong knowledge of PV components, system configurations, and electrical principles. Local building codes are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in solar PV system design.
• Proficiency with solar design software: PVSyst, Helioscope, AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer grid-tied and off-grid PV systems for residential, commercial, and industrial clients.
• Develop detailed electrical single-line diagrams, site plans, and equipment specifications.
• Conduct site assessments, energy production modeling, and system performance analyses.
• Ensure designs comply with electrical codes, standards, and interconnection requirements.
• Collaborate with installation teams and project managers to ensure successful project implementation.

Skills

PV design

Electrical principles

Code compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

PVSyst

Helioscope

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Solar PV Design Engineer to join their expanding team in Klerksdorp . This role is integral to the company's mission of providing efficient and cost-effective solar energy solutions across the North West province. You will be responsible for the complete design and technical specification of photovoltaic systems, from initial site assessments to final construction documentation. This position offers a great chance to contribute to the renewable energy transition, working on diverse solar projects and collaborating with a team passionate about sustainable power generation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineer grid-tied and off-grid solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for residential, commercial, and industrial clients.
• Develop detailed electrical single-line diagrams, site plans, and equipment specifications.
• Conduct site assessments, energy production modeling, and system performance analyses.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant electrical codes, standards, and utility interconnection requirements.
• Collaborate with installation teams and project managers to ensure successful project implementation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in solar PV system design .
• Proficiency with solar design software (e.g., PVSyst, Helioscope, AutoCAD).
• Strong understanding of PV components, system configurations, and electrical principles.
• Knowledge of local building codes and electrical regulations is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with leading solar technology and diverse projects.
• Hands-on involvement in impactful renewable energy projects in Klerksdorp .
• A supportive team environment focused on innovation and sustainability.
• Professional growth and training opportunities within the solar industry.