Project Engineer

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Project Engineer 

Market-related Salary 

Cape Town 

Our client, is seeking a highly motivated Project Engineer to support the development of utility-scale Wind Energy and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects from inception through to construction.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with experience in wind resource assessment, energy modelling, and renewable energy project development to join a growing team delivering impactful clean energy projects across Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop wind turbine layouts and perform energy yield assessments across a portfolio of wind energy projects.
• Undertake wind resource analysis and support the bankability of projects through engagement with lenders' technical advisors.
• Conduct site visits to assess turbine locations, monitoring equipment, and project feasibility.
• Plan and coordinate site investigations, including wind monitoring campaigns, geotechnical studies, and other engineering activities.
• Support environmental and development approval processes through technical inputs such as noise assessments, visual impact studies, mapping, and turbine layouts.
• Manage and monitor on-site wind measurement equipment, ensuring data quality and coordinating maintenance where required.
• Provide GIS mapping and technical support to the development team.
• Perform BESS modelling, hybrid plant sizing, and energy storage optimisation studies.
• Assist with continuous improvement of engineering systems, processes, and project delivery methodologies.

Minimum Requirements

• BEng or BSc Engineering degree (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Energy, or related discipline).
• Minimum 3 years' experience in wind energy assessment and modelling.
• Experience working on renewable energy development projects.
• Exposure to Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) modelling and optimisation would be highly advantageous.
• Strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience using Python for data analysis.
• GIS experience would be beneficial.
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel regularly to project sites.

Key Competencies

• Passion for renewable energy and sustainability.
• Strong planning, organisational, and project coordination abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of deliverables.
• Commercial awareness and strategic thinking capability.
• Adaptable, resourceful, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong team player with a collaborative approach.
• Ability to travel within South Africa and occasionally across Africa