About the position
We are a leading solar energy provider specializing in residential solar PV installations across South Africa. We are looking for a Senior Solar PV Engineer to join our growing team and lead the design, engineering, and implementation of solar PV systems for residential customers.
This role involves mentoring and empower a small team of engineers, providing technical expertise throughout all stages of project development, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality solar energy solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the assessment of residential properties for solar PV system feasibility, conducting detailed site surveys, shading analysis, and electrical infrastructure evaluations.
- Develop innovative and cost-effective solar PV system designs tailored to meet the energy needs and preferences of residential customers, utilizing advanced design software tools.
- Oversee the preparation of comprehensive engineering drawings, specifications, and equipment lists for residential solar PV installations, ensuring compliance with local codes and regulations.
- Collaborate with the sales team to support customer consultations, offering technical insights, recommendations, and solutions to address customer requirements.
- Manage the procurement process for solar PV equipment and materials, including vendor selection, negotiation, and inventory management.
- Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers and installation teams, guiding them through complex design challenges and installation issues.
- Conduct thorough quality inspections and performance testing of completed solar PV installations, ensuring systems meet industry standards and customer expectations.
- Stay abreast of the latest developments in solar PV technology, industry trends, and regulatory requirements, integrating new advancements into project designs and processes.
- Maintain accurate project documentation and records, including design files, installation reports, and customer communications.
- Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to drive continuous improvement initiatives and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of residential solar PV projects.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related field.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in designing and implementing solar PV systems, with a focus on residential projects.
- In-depth knowledge of solar PV system design principles, including PV module selection, inverter sizing, and electrical layout optimization.
- Proficiency in solar PV design software such as PVsyst, Helioscope, or equivalent.
- Strong understanding of South African electrical codes and regulations, with experience navigating permitting and regulatory approval processes.
- Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders.
- Proven project management experience, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and deliver projects on time and within budget.
- PV Installation Professional certification or equivalent highly desirable.
Desired Skills:
- solar
- solar engineer
- PV engineer
- renewable energy engineer