Senior Solar Design Engineer â Solar PV and BESS

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTE027849/MDa

Date posted:

Monday, March 16, 2026

Location:

Stellenbosch, South Africa

SUMMARY:
If you are passionate about renewable energy and advanced power systems, we would love to hear from you.

An exciting opportunity is available for a Renewable Energy Systems Engineer to join a growing team working on innovative Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage (BESS) projects within the Commercial & Industrial and small-scale IPP sectors.

POSITION INFO:

Job Description:

Lead the design and engineering of Solar PV and BESS systems from concept to construction stage
Develop single-line diagrams, control schematics, and instrumentation layouts
Design and integrate PLC, SCADA, and Energy Management Systems (EMS)
Perform system sizing, energy modelling, and electrical studies
Support technical proposals, feasibility studies, and bid preparation
Provide technical oversight during construction and commissioning phases

Skills & Experience:

Experience with Solar PV and/or Battery Energy Storage Systems
Strong knowledge of energy management, instrumentation, and control systems
Proficiency in tools such as PVsyst, ETAP or DIgSILENT, and AutoCAD Electrical
Understanding of grid integration, protection systems, and energy optimisation
Minimum 5 – 10 years of experience

Qualification:

BEng/ BSc Electrical, Electronic, or Mechatronic Engineering
ECSA registration (PrEng/PR Tech Eng) or working toward registration advantageous

Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered

Contact MALIEKA DAWOOD on , quoting the Ref: CTE027849.

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