Lead Engineer - Renewables

We are looking for a Lead engineer based in Upington responsible for the overall success and execution of renewable energy projects.

This includes managing the renewables team, liaising with existing and prospective clients, managing budgets and providing technical support for renewable energy customers in various industries such as Concentrated Solar Plants, PV Plants, Hydro Plants, and Wind Power, Green Hydrogen Plants.Responsibilities and Accountabilities : Technical & Engineering LeadershipLead the engineering efforts for renewable related contracts.Develop and implement optimisation strategies for thermal and renewable power systems.Conduct technical reviews and feasibility studies on re-powering and re-purposing projects.Oversee and mentor engineering teams.Interface with clients, EPC contractors, international funders and regulatory bodies.Execute and manage project phases including failure investigations, outage management, reliability improvement initiatives and plant modifications.Ensure compliance with local engineering standards and environmental legislation.Provide input into proposal development and business unit operations as a regional lead.Manage documentation, reporting, and communication of technical work to internal and external stakeholders.Provide senior mechanical engineering input across multiple renewable and thermal power generation sites.Lead the development and execution of plant modifications, asset performance improvements, and engineering support services.Drive innovation in power plant optimisation, particularly in turbine and generator systems.Project & Business Unit ManagementAct as the Northern Cape Business Unit lead, overseeing project execution, client engagement, and contract delivery.Support EPCM activities, including scoping, specification, and interface coordination for plant upgrades or re-purposing projects.Prepare and deliver technical proposals and documentation in response to client requirements.Stakeholder EngagementLiaise with government bodies, international development finance institutions (e.g., World Bank), EPCs, IPPs and technology suppliers.Ensure engineering deliverables meet all local regulatory requirements (PER, SANS , Ex-Rating) and company SHEQ standards.Requirements : BEng Mechanical EngineeringPostgraduate Diploma in Power Plant EngineeringMSc (in progress / completed) with focus on turbomachinery or renewable systems (advantageous)Registered or eligible for registration with ECSA as a Pr.Eng or Pr.TechEngMinimum 8 years of engineering experience in the power generation sector, with at least 3 in renewable energy project work.Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and managing plant systems (e.g., turbines, generators, valves, condensate systems).Strong knowledge of CSP.Prior involvement in EPCM projects or asset performance analysis or digital platform development.Familiarity with compliance and regulatory frameworks including SANS, PER, SHE standards, and Ex compliance.Knowledge on turbines, generators, heat exchangers, engineering finance, project engineering.Deep understanding of turbine – generator systems and power plant operations.Familiar with the maintenance processes for power plantsKnowledge of relevant safety and compliance legislation (OHS Act)Please apply below.

By submitting your application you agree to form part of the selection process in full and a consultant will reach out to you as soon as possible.Should you not receive any contact / communication within 2 weeks, please do consider your application unsuccessful.

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