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Senior Renewable Energy Engineer

Senior Renewable Energy Engineer

3ECape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
30+ days ago
Job description

To anchor our leading market position, we are looking for an experienced Solar and / or Wind expert to join our South Africa team.

In this role, you will take on a pivotal position as a key contact for our customers, overseeing the end-to-end delivery of consultancy projects. With a mix of due diligence and owner’s engineer responsibilities, you will support our clients at every stage of project development - from feasibility to operational monitoring.

Specific responsibilities include :

Technical Due Diligence :

  • Lead and manage technical due diligence assignments, advising clients through the financial close phase.
  • Assess and mitigate technical risks across project CAPEX, OPEX, and revenue forecasts.
  • Coordinate with legal, insurance, and financial advisors to ensure comprehensive project evaluations.
  • Review and negotiate key contracts (e.g., EPC, O&M, PPA, and Wind Turbine Generator Supply agreements) for both solar and wind projects.

Owner’s Engineer Services :

  • Oversee project feasibility studies, providing detailed technical input from preliminary assessments to full economic analysis.
  • Monitor construction progress, ensuring alignment with design specifications and best practices.
  • Manage EPC and O&M tender preparations, participate in contract negotiations, and guide clients through the award process.
  • Conduct on-site project acceptance testing and commissioning, collaborating with contractors to resolve issues and ensure project milestones are met.
  • Oversee project operations, supporting clients during the operational period to optimize performance and ensure long-term asset integrity.
  • Additional Tasks :

  • Conduct thorough technical reviews of project permits, designs, and resource assessments.
  • Lead and document technical inspections during construction and commissioning phases.
  • Propose strategies for risk mitigation, drawing on comprehensive knowledge of renewable energy project lifecycles.
  • We are seeking a dynamic, organized team player with a proactive approach to problem-solving. The ideal candidate is an adaptable leader with excellent communication skills, able to engage various stakeholders and foster effective collaboration.

    Key qualifications include :

  • Master’s degree in engineering or equivalent, with specialized training or experience in renewable energy (wind and / or solar).
  • Minimum of 5 years in renewable energy , with at least 3-5 years in wind and / or solar consultancy.
  • In-depth experience as both a Lender's and Owner's Technical Advisor , handling technical due diligence, particularly in PV EPC, O&M, PPA, and Wind Turbine contracts, including EPC, WTG supply, O&M agreements, and Power Purchase Agreements (PPA).
  • Proven ability to manage and execute Owner's Engineer responsibilities , including design review, project management, and technical advisory throughout the development, construction, and operational phases.
  • Hands-on experience with c onstruction monitoring and inspections , guiding clients through the construction process to ensure adherence to technical and regulatory requirements, industry standards, and project goals.
  • Competency in reviewing and overseeing acceptance testing and commissioning activities performed by contractors, addressing issues promptly to ensure on-time project handover.
  • Familiarity with feasibility studies and resource assessments for solar and wind projects, with an understanding of economic, technical, and operational considerations that influence project viability.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to assess technical risks, propose mitigation strategies, and support both TDD and OE functions across CAPEX, OPEX, and revenue forecasts.
  • Excellent project management skills, adept at coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing timelines, and aligning project deliverables with client expectations.
  • Proficient in technical software tools relevant to both TDD and OE roles, with a demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to new systems quickly.
  • High level of organization, capable of managing complex, concurrent projects while ensuring quality, budget, and schedule targets.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, with the capacity to convey technical information clearly and adapt messaging to different audiences, including sponsors, contractors, and lenders.
  • Willingness to travel for short assignments across Africa, as required.
  • Fluent in spoken and written English. French and / or Portuguese language skills are advantageous.
  • In addition to joining a fast-growing international company that promotes a stimulating atmosphere in a highly motivated group of people, 3E offers a unique opportunity to further develop yourself in a company / team with an ambitious growth plan, delivering innovative services.

    Furthermore :

  • Salary in line with your level of experience.
  • Salary package : laptop, medical aid allowance (R.2500), phone allowance (R.650), 18 leave days (24 after 1 year of service), 13th month (end of year bonus).
  • Flexible working / Home office.
  • An international environment : projects in over 100 countries worldwide, colleagues of 20 nationalities.
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