About the position
The Project Engineer's primary focus will be on solar energy initiatives in the South African and international markets. The role involves coordinating tasks, ensuring project success, and contributing to advancing sustainable energy solutions. This role requires a proactive individual with a deep understanding of the industry, exceptional project management skills and a proven track record of project success.
The Project Engineer will provide technical insight about deployment and implementation, putting the value proposition into practice. The Project Engineer will work on impactful projects contributing to sustainable energy solutions. Many aspects of the solar energy field will be worked in, including building, designing, and installing solar panels and working to improve solar technology through data collection, lab work, and field experiments.
Skills and Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering - additional certifications in Renewable Energy would be advantageous.
- A master's degree or additional certifications in electrical power generation, transmission, distribution and renewable energy would be advantageous.
- 7 to 10+ years of proven experience in electrical networks and feasibility studies, with exposure to solar system design.
- Experience in conducting energy yield assessments and financial modelling for solar and energy-related projects.
- Knowledge of local and international energy codes and standards.
- Strong understanding of solar energy system design, photovoltaic technology, and related software for design and analysis.
- Familiarity with permitting processes, utility interconnection requirements and commissioning procedures for solar installations.
- Competence in some of the Electrical Engineering software: AutoCAD, PowerFactory, PSSE, or similar software.
- Proficiency in project management tools, such as MS Project, and experience with CAD software for solar system design.
- Excellent communication skills, ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, and a proactive problem-solving attitude.
- Fluent in spoken and written English ~ knowledge of French is an advantage.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple tasks, set priorities, work independently and well in a team, and perform under pressure.
- Excellent computer skills.
- Willing to travel internationally.
Desired Skills:
- Solar Engineering
- Renewable Energy
- Solar Energy System Design
