Solar PV Design Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Health, dental & vision insurance

Performance bonuses

Professional development budget

Renewable energy impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Solar PV Design Engineer to join their expanding team, supporting projects nationwide from a remote-first perspective. You will conceptualize and design efficient PV solar energy systems for commercial, industrial, and utility-scale applications, performing energy yield analyses and ensuring compliance with standards.

The ideal candidate has a passion for renewable energy, strong technical design skills, and thrives in a geographically dispersed team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Min 4 years designing PV systems.
• Proficient in PV design software: PVSyst, AutoCAD, Helioscope.
• Strong knowledge of PV modules, inverters, mounting systems and BOS.
• Familiar with electrical codes and permitting for solar installations.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed electrical designs and schematics for PV systems.
• Model energy production and yield analyses.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes and client specs.
• Prepare technical docs: single-line diagrams, BOM.
• Collaborate with PMs, install teams, and other disciplines.
• Conduct design reviews and provide project support.

Skills

PV design

Remote collaboration

Communication

Energy yield analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PVSyst

AutoCAD

Helioscope

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Solar PV Design Engineer to join their expanding team, supporting projects nationwide from a remote-first perspective. This role is crucial for conceptualizing and designing efficient and reliable photovoltaic (PV) solar energy systems for commercial, industrial, and utility-scale applications. You will be responsible for creating detailed system designs, performing energy yield analyses, and ensuring compliance with all relevant standards and codes. The ideal candidate is passionate about renewable energy, possesses strong technical design skills, and thrives in a collaborative, geographically dispersed team environment dedicated to advancing solar energy solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed electrical designs and schematics for solar PV systems , including component selection and site layout.
• Perform energy production modeling and yield assessments using industry-standard software (e.g., PVSyst, Helioscope).
• Ensure designs comply with national electrical codes, local regulations, and client specifications.
• Prepare technical documentation, including single-line diagrams, equipment specifications, and Bill of Materials (BOM).
• Collaborate with project managers, installation teams, and other engineering disciplines to ensure seamless project execution.
• Conduct design reviews and provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in the design of photovoltaic (PV) systems.
• Proficiency with solar design software (e.g., PVSyst, AutoCAD, Helioscope).
• Strong understanding of PV module technology, inverters, mounting systems, and electrical balance of system components.
• Knowledge of relevant electrical codes, standards, and permitting requirements for solar installations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, suitable for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote working arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous allocation for professional development, training, and certifications.
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful renewable energy projects and drive the energy transition.