About the position
An exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer experienced in the renewable energy sector to join a top engineering firm's Johannesburg or Cape Town office.
Particular focus on Wind projects,.
Requirements:
- BEng., BSc., BTech in Electrical, Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering
- Further qualification in renewable energy (preferable)
- ECSA: Professional Engineer
- Minimum of 7 years experience with at least 4 years relevant to project planning, development, EPC and O&M contracts and implementation of renewable energy projects
- Experience in energy project finance
- Proficient in MS Office and experienced in technical software such as PVSyst, Homer, DigSilent, Xendee.
Responsibilities include:
- Project management (resourcing, financial management, etc.) and delivery of:
- Lender’s advisory, owner’s engineer and design services within the renewable energy sector for private Independent Power Producer clients, including: project planning and management, feasibility studies, concept design development and preparation of technical specifications and tender documentation - with a particular focus on photovoltaic, wind, storage, minigrids/micro-grids and grid systems.
- Strategic technical advice leading to concept designs and feasibility studies for decarbonisation roadmaps, involving electrification, hydrogen, biofuels, energy efficiency, etc
- Writing technical reports & presentations, checking and reviewing reports, drawings and presentations by others.
- Preparation and delivery of bids and proposals. Winning work. Business Development. Identifying opportunities and positioning the company to access and get involved in such opportunities.
- Driving the development of more junior energy team members in the Cape Town and Johannesburg offices, via mentoring and provision of technical and commercial guidance.
Future role prospects:
- Development from Senior Engineer to Associate level or higher
- Training opportunities
- Travel to other offices
- Opportunities to travel within South Africa and internationally for projects
Desired Skills:
Employer & Job Benefits:
- Medical aid
- Provident Fund