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Electrical Project Engineer

Electrical Project Engineer

Faircape Group • Cape Town, ZA
30+ days ago
Job description

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
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