Technical Engineering & Project Support Person

Schlemmer; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Schlemmer is seeking a hands-on Technical Engineer & Project Support specialist for renewable energy projects. You will assist with design, feasibility studies, and execution of commercial, industrial and residential solar PV, BESS and mounting structures. The role blends engineering with practical site work and problem solving.

You will conduct site inspections, develop layouts and SLDs, size components and prepare BoMs. Travel to project sites and collaboration with EPCs is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor level technical qualifications in electrical engineering or closely related field.
• Experience with solar PV, BESS and mounting structures is essential.
• Practical site inspection and design experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections and feasibility assessments for solar PV projects.
• Develop layouts, SLDs and technical drawings for installations.
• Size PV modules, inverters and BESS; perform load and generation analyses.
• Prepare BoMs, mounting designs and installation packages.
• Provide technical support through feasibility, commissioning and handover.

Skills

Site inspections

Technical assessments

Electrical design

Project execution

PV modules & inverters

AutoCAD

SSEG applications

Education

National Diploma, BTech, BEngTech or Degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

ABOUT THIS ROLE

Our client based in Jet Park is seeking a hands-on Technical Engineer & Project Support professional to assist with the design, assessment and execution of commercial, industrial and residential renewable energy projects.

The role focuses on solar PV systems, battery energy storage systems (BESS), mounting structures and project engineering, ensuring accurate site assessments, compliant designs, technical documentation and effective project delivery.

This is a technical engineering and project execution role, ideal for someone who enjoys combining engineering expertise with practical site work and problem-solving.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Conduct site inspections, feasibility assessments and technical surveys, evaluating roof structures, ground conditions, shading, orientation and electrical infrastructure.
• Prepare site assessment reports, measurements, technical recommendations and project specifications.
• Develop solar PV layouts, preliminary electrical designs, single-line diagrams (SLDs) and technical drawings.
• Assist with solar module, inverter and battery sizing, generation assessments, load analysis and system feasibility evaluations.
• Design mounting layouts for rooftop, ground-mounted and commercial solar installations.
• Prepare bills of materials (BoMs) and material take-offs for mounting structures and project requirements.
• Assess mounting suitability, structural constraints, wind loading and installation requirements, liaising with structural engineers where necessary.
• Provide technical support throughout project feasibility, installation, testing, commissioning and handover.
• Liaise with customers, EPC contractors, installers and engineering partners on technical requirements and project execution.
• Assist with technical specifications, tender documentation, project costing inputs and installation quality assessments.
• Support troubleshooting, snag resolution, commissioning and verification of compliance with approved designs.
• Assist with SSEG applications, grid-connection documentation, engineering approvals and statutory sign-offs.
• Support product development, testing and technical improvements across the mounting-structure range.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• National Diploma, BTech, BEngTech or Degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• 3–5 years' relevant experience in solar PV, electrical engineering or renewable energy projects.
• Practical experience in site inspections, technical assessments, system design and project execution.
• Working knowledge of solar PV modules, inverters, battery energy storage systems and mounting structures.
• Ability to interpret and prepare technical drawings, SLDs and detailed BoMs.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or equivalent design software.
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to project sites.
• Valid Wireman's Licence, preferably three-phase.
• ECSA registration or candidate registration.
• Experience with PVsyst, HelioScope, PV*SOL or equivalent design tools.

HIGHLY ADVANTAGEOUS

• Trade-tested electrician qualification.
• Experience in structural mounting design and wind-loading assessments.
• Commercial and industrial solar PV project experience.
• SSEG applications, testing and commissioning experience.
• Experience working with EPC contractors and multidisciplinary engineering teams.