14 Oct
Altgen Recruitment
Gauteng
Senior Renewable Energy EngineerWe have an extraordinary opportunity for a Pr. Eng who wants to join one of the world's premier engineering firms.Are you a seasoned Pr. Eng with specialised expertise in wind and solar PV systems, boasting a track record of involvement in projects exceeding 7MW?Are you prepared to embark on international travel to oversee project sites?Do you possess over 8 years of consulting engineering experience?We are seeking a seasoned and enthusiasticSenior Renewable Energy Engineer to serve as a senior technical consultant for utility-scale projects in Southern Africa. These will consist of (5MW+) Solar PV and Wind Energy projects.Candidate engineers registered with ECSA with the aim of achieving Pr.
Eng registration within 1-2 years will be considered, however engineers possessing current professional registrations with ECSA will be preferred.For this role, you would need an extensive understanding of international projects and a profound grasp of solar PV designs. The position will entail foreign travel, specifically within Africa (South Africa, Namibia, Mozambique, Zambia, and Zimbabwe). You would be required to act as a liaison between technical, legal, and financial stakeholders, and ensure that projects adhere to rigorous standards of performance and safety.RESPONSIBILITIESAs aSenior Renewable Energy Engineer, you would play a vital role in managing and executing high-quality technical advisory works for solar PV and wind projects. You need to be passionate about innovation and sustainability. This role's responsibilities will comprise of both technical (priority) and business development.
You would be responsible for the oversight on project management and the interfacing between various engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, civil, and control & instrumentation.Your responsibilities would encompass conducting technical assessments and economic feasibility studies for solar PV and wind projects, proposing technical enhancements to project designs, and managing tender stages and contract negotiations.You would be responsible for preparing and managing technical specs, bills of materials, tender stage evaluations as well as negotiating Balance of Plant, Operation & Maintenance or EPC and other supply contracts. Additionally, you would need to lead due diligence efforts for solar PV projects, mentor junior engineers, and drive business development initiatives,
defining sales strategies and managing client relationships.With a strong commitment to health, safety, environmental, and quality standards, ensuring a safe working environment at all times will be of utmost importance.SKILLSStrong interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with a team of like-minded engineers.Proficient in technical report writing.Able to work in high-pressure environment with the ability to coordinate and manage projects.Desired Experience & QualificationEDUCATION REQUIREMENTSBachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or technical engineeringRegistered as a Pr.
Eng (ECSA)Or in the process of attaining registration with ECSAEXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS7+ years of experience with solar PV technologies in the international Renewable Energy arenaExperience in Wind Technology is considered very advantageousProven track record of experience in solar PV project development and delivery.Embedded knowledge of solar PV plant designs, Energy Yield Assessment, layouts and connection interfacesProven expertise in covering the various stages of solar PV plant lifecycle management, including:feasibility and dev. engineering,construction oversight,witnessing testing and commissioning procedures,and operational monitoring/inspections.Package & RemunerationR900k - R1.3mil CTC per annumInterested?Unfortunately we don't have the capacity to respond to everyone with the amount of applicants we receive,
if you would like to stand out be sure to apply on our website by clicking HERE!Note: Only applications that come through the AltGen website will be considered.
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▶️ Professional Engineer Bryanston
🖊️ Altgen Recruitment
📍 Gauteng