Electrical Engineer, Sandton

Minimum requirements:

• Diploma / BSc / Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Experience in solar design - non-negotiable
• Must be able travel
• Driver's license and own car

Duties will include but is not limited to:

• Solar system design and Engineering:

1. Lead the design and engineering of solar power systems, including photovoltaic (PV) arrays, inverters, storage systems, and electrical distribution.
2. Develop and review technical specifications, drawings, and calculations for solar projects.
3. Ensure compliance with local regulations, codes, and standards related to solar energy installations.
4. Project Planning and Execution:
5. Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to develop project plans, schedules, and budgets.
6. Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, construction, and operations, to ensure smooth project execution.
7. Conduct technical reviews and feasibility assessments for solar project proposals.
8. Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation measures to ensure successful project delivery.

• Technical Expertise and Standards:

1. Stay updated with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in solar energy systems.
2. Apply deep knowledge of solar PV systems, electrical equipment, and grid integration requirements.
3. Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, and local utility interconnection guidelines.
4. Drive innovation and research in solar technologies, evaluating new equipment, components, and system designs.

• Quality Assurance and Performance Optimization:

1. Develop and implement quality assurance processes and standards for solar installations.
2. Conduct inspections, audits, and testing to ensure compliance and optimal performance.
3. Analyse system performance data, identify issues, and propose corrective actions.
4. Optimize solar system designs to maximize energy generation, efficiency, and reliability.
5. Proposal / Tenders
6. Sizing of System from Bills and or Load profiles
7. Initial Costing and Design
8. Letter of Intent
9. Final costing and Proposal
10. Payment Terms and Conditions
11. Design Documentation
12. Invoice Request
13. Bill of Materials
14. Execution Documentation
15. Commissioning Sheets
16. As built Drawings
17. Datasheets
18. Warranties
19. User Manuals
20. Site Photos
21. Certificate of Compliance
22. Eskom EGI Sign-off
23. Case Study
24. After sales
25. & M
26. Yield Reports
27. Customer Satisfaction
28. Programs (Software)
29. PV Syst
30. Helioscope
31. AutoCAD
32. Visio

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted