Senior Project Design Engineer – Solar PV & BESS
Location: Western Cape or Gauteng
Salary: Market related
Design intelligent solar and battery systems powering Africa’s energy transition.
Is this you?
You’re a systems-driven engineer who takes ownership and thrives on technical accountability. Analytical and detail-focused, you enjoy solving complex grid and hybrid energy challenges. You collaborate easily across commercial and operational teams, translate technical concepts into practical value, and challenge conventional thinking to deliver smarter energy solutions.What you’ll be doing (and why you’ll enjoy it)
You’ll lead the full technical design of C&I and small IPP Solar PV and BESS projects — from concept through to IFC stage. This includes developing SLDs, schematics, control drawings and instrumentation layouts, conducting load flow and protection studies, and ensuring grid code compliance. You’ll perform BESS sizing, energy modelling and operational simulations, define EMS and SCADA architectures, develop control logic for hybrid systems, and validate metering integrity. You’ll also support bids with techno-economic assessments, interface with technology suppliers, and provide technical oversight during construction and commissioning to ensure design intent is delivered.Where you’ll be doing it
Our client is a leading pan-African renewable energy engineering and project delivery specialist operating since 2008. With hundreds of solar and battery installations across commercial, industrial, agricultural and mining sectors, they combine deep technical engineering expertise with innovative funding models to deliver reliable, cost-effective energy solutions. Their integrated approach spans development, design, financing, construction, operations and long-term asset management. Backed by strong investment partners and driven by long-term client relationships, they are recognised for technical excellence, performance reliability and a collaborative, solutions-focused culture.What you’ll need
A BEng/BSc in Electrical, Electronic or Mechatronic Engineering, with 5–10 years’ experience in Solar PV, hybrid or BESS integration. ECSA registration (or progress toward it) is advantageous. Strong expertise in EMS, control and automation systems, proficiency in PVsyst, ETAP/DIgSILENT and AutoCAD Electrical, and solid knowledge of grid compliance and protection systems are essential.What you’ll get
A senior leadership role in a respected renewable energy business delivering large-scale, high-impact projects across Africa. You’ll work on technically sophisticated hybrid systems, within a collaborative environment that values ownership, innovation and long-term partnerships. Salary is market-related and aligned with experience.How to apply
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