Renewable Project Engineer

SUMMARY:
Our client in the Solar industry is looking for a Renewable Project Engineer to join their team in Midrand and must also be willing to travel.

POSITION INFO:
Roles and Responsibilities
This is a Senior Engineer position, which will require that you oversee and manage various phases of construction projects as well as tenders.
Your role will be to manage from conception to commissioning of a 1MW PV Solar Farm project, on behalf of our client based in the D. R. Congo.
(Role requires regular site visits to the D.R Congo, head office based in Midrand).

1-year Fixed term to start as soon as possible

REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifications and Experience:
Degree in Electrical Engineering = minimum National Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or similar
Project Management certification advantageous
Registration with a relevant professional body = ECSA, SAIEE, SACPCMP, etc.
Minimum 8+ years’ experience in a similar role
Proficiency in project management tools, such as MS Project, and experience with CAD software for solar system design.
Fluent spoken English = French advantageous.

Knowledge and Skills:
Solid technical background, with understanding or hands-on experience in the power and energy sector.
Familiarity with permitting processes, utility interconnection requirements and commissioning procedures for solar installations.
Excellent knowledge and understanding of national and international ISO | IEC | SANS | BS electrical engineering standards.
Good understanding of business acumen, i.e., numeracy, generation of profit and loss, margins, etc.
Excellent knowledge of Electrical Engineering and Project Management policies, systems, processes and procedures.
Excellent knowledge of health and safety

DUTIES
Coordinating tasks, ensuring the project’s success.
Plan, execute and manage the projects from conception to completion, adhering to timelines, quality standards and budget constraints.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including design engineers, contractors, suppliers and stakeholders, to ensure project alignment with established goals and industry regulations.
Attend site visits, and conduct site assessments, and technical evaluations to determine optimal solutions for the construction of the solar farms.
Take part in the FAT on behalf of the client when required.
Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement strategies to mitigate issues that could impact project delivery.
Ensure compliance with safety standards, environmental regulations, and industry best practices in power, solar and energy-related projects.
Provide training to a team of Junior Engineers who will be part of the project and will be reporting to you.
Apart from managing the above project as per paragraph 2.2, you will also be required to
Tender for various types of projects including power projects.
Identify opportunities in the power sector.
Identify opportunities to supply our services to the IPPs in South Africa
Attend site visits as well as meetings related to the above
Plan, execute and manage solar energy projects as well as transmission and distribution power infrastructure projects, from conception to completion, adhering to timelines, quality standards, and budget constraints.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, contractors, and stakeholders, to ensure project alignment with established goals and industry regulations.
Conduct feasibility studies, site assessments, and technical evaluations to determine optimal solutions and design approaches for solar energy as well as transmission distribution power infrastructure construction and installation.
Provide technical expertise and guidance on solar energy systems, transmission and distribution power infrastructure systems, equipment selection, and design optimisation to enhance project performance.
Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement strategies to mitigate issues that could impact project delivery.
Ensure compliance with safety standards, environmental regulations, and industry best practices in power, solar and energy-related projects.
Employment Details
Employment Type:
Permanent Employment
Industry:
Solar & Renewable Energy
Work space preference:
Work Onsite
Ideal work province:
Gauteng
Ideal work city:
Midrand
Salary bracket:
R 60000 - 70000
Drivers License:
CODE B (Car)
Own car needed:
Yes