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Senior Solar Design Engineer – Solar PV and BESS

Communicate Finance

South Africa · On-site Full-time Lead 3w ago

About the role

About the Role

  • Lead the design and engineering of Solar PV and BESS systems from concept to construction stage
  • Develop single-line diagrams, control schematics, and instrumentation layouts
  • Design and integrate PLC, SCADA, and Energy Management Systems (EMS)
  • Perform system sizing, energy modelling, and electrical studies
  • Support technical proposals, feasibility studies, and bid preparation
  • Provide technical oversight during construction and commissioning phases

Requirements

  • Experience with Solar PV and/or Battery Energy Storage Systems
  • Strong knowledge of energy management, instrumentation, and control systems
  • Proficiency in tools such as PVsyst, ETAP or DIgSILENT, and AutoCAD Electrical
  • Understanding of grid integration, protection systems, and energy optimisation
  • Minimum 5 – 10 years of experience

Qualifications

  • BEng/ BSc Electrical, Electronic, or Mechatronic Engineering
  • ECSA registration (PrEng/PR Tech Eng) or working toward registration advantageous

Important Information

  • Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered.

Contact Information

  • Contact MALIEKA DAWOOD on 021 418 1750, quoting the Ref: CTE027849.
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Requirements

  • Experience with Solar PV and/or Battery Energy Storage Systems
  • Strong knowledge of energy management, instrumentation, and control systems
  • Proficiency in tools such as PVsyst, ETAP or DIgSILENT, and AutoCAD Electrical
  • Understanding of grid integration, protection systems, and energy optimisation

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and engineering of Solar PV and BESS systems from concept to construction stage
  • Develop single-line diagrams, control schematics, and instrumentation layouts
  • Design and integrate PLC, SCADA, and Energy Management Systems (EMS)
  • Perform system sizing, energy modelling, and electrical studies
  • Support technical proposals, feasibility studies, and bid preparation
  • Provide technical oversight during construction and commissioning phases

Skills

AutoCAD ElectricalBESSDIgSILENTEnergy Management SystemsETAPGrid integrationInstrumentationPLCPVsystSCADASolar PV

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