Upington Solar PV Design Engineer – Clean Energy Impact

Placements24

Cape Town

On-site

ZAR 700,000 - 900,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-site role

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Exposure to large-scale projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Renewable Energy Engineer for an on-site role in Upington, SA. You will design, engineer, and implement solar PV projects, perform site assessments, energy yield analysis, and ensure compliance with electrical standards across renewable installations.

The role emphasizes collaboration with project managers and field teams, focusing on optimization, system performance, and scalable energy solutions within South Africa's growing renewable energy sector.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
4+ years in renewable energy, solar PV focus.
Strong knowledge of power electronics, grid integration, energy storage.

Responsibilities

Design and engineer renewable energy systems, focusing on solar photovoltaic (PV) power plants.
Perform site assessments, energy yield analysis, and technical feasibility studies for new projects.
Specify electrical components, including PV modules, inverters, batteries, and grid connection equipment.
Ensure compliance with all relevant electrical codes, standards, and regulatory requirements for renewable energy installations.
Collaborate with project managers, construction teams, and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Monitor the performance of existing renewable energy installations and identify opportunities for optimization.