Solar PV Design Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training & development

Dynamic/work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Solar PV Design Engineer in Stellenbosch to lead detailed design and technical specifications for commercial, industrial, and utility-scale solar projects.

You will perform site assessments, produce single-line diagrams and BOMs, run energy yield simulations, and ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety standards, collaborating with installation teams and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years designing solar PV systems.
• Proficiency with PV design software (PVsyst, Helioscope).

Responsibilities

• Perform site assessments and feasibility studies for potential solar PV installations.
• Develop detailed system designs, including single-line diagrams, wiring layouts, and component selections.
• Create technical specifications and Bill of Materials (BOM) for solar PV components (panels, inverters, mounting structures).
• Conduct performance simulations and energy yield assessments using industry-standard software.
• Ensure designs comply with all relevant building codes, electrical standards, and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with installation teams and clients to provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

PV design experience

PVSyst

Helioscope

Electrical codes compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PVsyst

Helioscope

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Solar PV Design Engineer to join their team in Stellenbosch , a hub for innovation in sustainable energy . You will be responsible for the detailed design and technical specifications of photovoltaic (PV) solar systems for commercial, industrial, and utility-scale projects. Your expertise will ensure the efficient, safe, and reliable performance of solar installations, contributing directly to the growth of renewable energy solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform site assessments and feasibility studies for potential solar PV installations.
• Develop detailed system designs, including single-line diagrams, wiring layouts, and component selections.
• Create technical specifications and Bill of Materials (BOM) for solar PV components (panels, inverters, mounting structures).
• Conduct performance simulations and energy yield assessments using industry-standard software.
• Ensure designs comply with all relevant building codes, electrical standards, and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with installation teams and clients to provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the design of solar PV systems.
• Proficiency with solar design software such as PVsyst, Helioscope, or similar.
• Solid understanding of photovoltaic technology, inverters, and energy storage systems.
• Knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and safety practices relevant to solar installations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and project-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional development in the solar industry.
• A dynamic work environment in a company committed to sustainability.
• Direct contribution to the expansion of clean energy infrastructure.