Electrical Project Engineer

About the Role

• As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will take responsibility for technical excellence, system performance, and engineering best practice across renewable energy projects. You will work closely with clients, internal teams, and contractors — from early design and feasibility through to installation, commissioning, and performance optimisation.
• This role suits an engineer who enjoys problem-solving, client engagement, and seeing projects through end-to-end, while contributing to the ongoing growth and refinement of our technical standards and processes.

What We Offer

• Above-market salaries, aligned to experience, expertise, and value delivered
• Quarterly performance bonuses, rewarding consistent results
• Long-service leave, recognising loyalty and long-term contribution
• Onsite barista with free, barista-made coffee ☕
• Subsidised vending machine snacks
• Discounted Faircape ISP packages
• Structured flexi-time (06:30 – 18:30) to support work-life balance
• A stable, professional environment within a well-established group
• Collaboration with experienced engineering, technology, and operational teams

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Technical Leadership

• Lead the design, optimisation, and implementation of solar PV and battery energy storage systems
• Perform advanced system simulations using tools such as Helioscope and PVSyst
• Conduct site investigations to assess electrical constraints, system requirements, and feasibility
• Ensure installations meet performance, quality, and compliance standards
• Provide senior-level technical guidance, troubleshooting, and problem resolution

Project Delivery & Operations

• Manage end-to-end project delivery, from concept through commissioning
• Oversee installations, quality control, safety compliance, and contractor coordination
• Identify and implement process improvements, contributing to internal best practice
• Respond to and manage technical escalations and emergency situations

Client Engagement & Commercial Support

• Engage with clients to understand requirements and propose tailored energy solutions
• Conduct site assessments and attend client meetings, providing senior technical insight
• Lead the preparation of technical proposals, performance reports, and energy audits
• Assess backup and UPS requirements, proposing robust, reliable power solutions

Qualifications:

• BSc, B.Eng, B.Tech qualification in Electrical Engineering

Experience and Knowledge:

• Proven experience in the solar and renewable energy sector, with exposure to commercial and industrial projects.
• Demonstrated project management experience, with the ability to lead projects from design through to implementation and commissioning.
• Solid understanding of system design, operational performance, and key commercial and business drivers impacting project viability.
• Experience with electrical system design, simulation, and project execution within renewable energy environments.
• Strong technical expertise in backup power systems, UPS, and solar installations.
• Experience engaging with consultants, contractors, suppliers, and other project stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Good at adhering to strict safety guidelines and safety risks
• Proficient in fault-finding and troubleshooting, with the ability to resolve technical and operational issues efficiently.
• Sound knowledge and practical application of relevant electrical and renewable energy compliance requirements.
• Understanding of system design, operation, and key commercial and business drivers.

Skills and Attributes:

• Proactive, solutions-driven problem solver, able to anticipate challenges and implement effective technical solutions.
• High level of accountability and ownership, with a hands-on approach to project delivery.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, including the ability to influence, negotiate, and manage expectations.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with renewable energy technologies and industry trends.
• Resilient and self-directed, able to manage competing priorities, tight deadlines, and pressure environments.
• High level of professionalism, adaptability, and ethical conduct.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Specific Requirements:

• Solid and positive written references
• Clear health record
• Clear credit record
• No criminal record
• Valid driver's licence and own vehicle