Project / Design Electrical Engineer - Commercial Solar

Introduction

Our client is a fast-growing renewable energy company specialising in  commercial and industrial (C&I) solar PV, battery energy storage and hybrid energy solutions .

They are looking for an experienced and technically driven  Project / Design Electrical Engineer  to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who enjoys combining detailed electrical design with project execution, client interaction and problem-solving.

Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for taking commercial solar projects from  initial concept and feasibility through detailed design, procurement support, construction and commissioning .

You will work closely with clients, project managers, contractors, suppliers and internal engineering teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required technical standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineer commercial and industrial Solar PV, BESS and hybrid energy systems.

• Conduct site assessments, feasibility studies and technical evaluations.

• Develop system sizing from electricity bills, load profiles and site information.

• Produce detailed  Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), PV layouts, string designs, inverter layouts, earthing designs and cable management layouts .

• Perform cable sizing, voltage-drop calculations and equipment selection.

• Develop Bills of Materials (BOMs), BOQs and technical cost inputs.

• Perform PV yield modelling and system optimisation.

• Prepare technical specifications, drawings, calculations and project documentation.

• Assist with Eskom and municipal  SSEG/grid-connection applications .

• Support tender submissions, proposals and technical costing.

• Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors and project teams during project execution.

• Provide technical support during installation, testing and commissioning.

• Review designs, drawings and documentation for quality and compliance.

• Participate in client meetings and technical presentations.

• Assist with project planning, scheduling and risk management.

• Conduct inspections and support commissioning and handover.

• Compile as-built drawings, commissioning documentation and technical reports.

• Provide technical input into operations, maintenance and after-sales support.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• BEng / BSc / BTech in  Electrical Engineering .

• 3–5+ years' relevant electrical engineering experience.

• Proven experience in  commercial and industrial Solar PV .

• Strong understanding of LV/MV electrical systems and distribution.

• Experience with Solar PV and preferably  BESS/hybrid systems .

• Experience producing SLDs and detailed electrical design documentation.

• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to project sites.

• Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Package & Remuneration

R600 000 CTC to R780 000 CTC per annum based on experience and qualifications