Senior Civil Engineer - Renewable Energy

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTE028999/MDa

Date posted:

Friday, November 13, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Ready to engineer a greener future?
Take the lead on exciting renewable energy projects and put your civil engineering expertise to work in one of the fastest-growing industries. If you're passionate about innovative design, tackling complex challenges and making a real impact, this could be your next big move!

POSITION INFO:
Job Description: Lead the civil engineering design and delivery of exciting renewable energy projects Turn innovative concepts into practical, high-quality engineering solutions Drive design development, technical reports and construction documentation Conduct site assessments, feasibility studies and technical investigations Collaborate with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams to bring projects to life Take ownership of project timelines, budgets, resources and quality Ensure designs meet engineering standards, legislative and environmental requirements Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers Use Civil 3D to develop, model and deliver innovative engineering designs Skills & Experience: Minimum 7-10 years' civil engineering experience, ideally within the renewable energy sector Exposure to solar, wind and battery energy storage projects Advanced Civil 3D proficiency Strong technical knowledge of soil mechanics, pavement design, hydraulics and stormwater management Proven project management and problem-solving abilities Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to take initiative, work independently and thrive in a collaborative environment Valid driver's licence and own reliable vehicle Qualification: BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering ECSA Professional Registration would be an advantage Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered Connect with us on and Register your CV to create a profile and to view all our Engineering recruitment vacancies. Let us assist you with your career. For further Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Building and Construction, Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering jobs.

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