Job Summary
Job Vacancy: Electrical Engineer - Solar Integration and Installation
Location: Ferndale, Johannesburg
Responsibilities:
- Compile comprehensive designs and requirements for solar, AC and DC systems, and medium voltage networks.
- Utilize AutoCAD for array layouts, site layouts, SLDs, and plantroom designs.
- Generate schedules including stringing schedules and cable schedules.
- Produce materials lists for primary systems in collaboration with the technical director and office manager.
- Conduct high-level project management and planning meetings with the technical director and MD on a weekly basis.
- Manage client communication and relationships post-sales handover, providing regular updates on project progress, procurement timelines, installation schedules, and regulatory applications.
- Provide technical input during the sales and quotation phase.
- Perform site inspections and audits, and travel locally to meet with clients as necessary.
- Collaborate with all departments to enhance internal processes and procedures.
Skills/Experience/Attributes:
- 5-10 years experience in electrical design within a construction and installation environment.
- Fluent in Afrikaans and English (written and verbal).
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Excel for designing layouts and schedules.
- Good understanding of construction and installation projects and project lifecycle.
- Experience in client-facing roles with strong communication skills.
- Proactive project management abilities, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent organizational, documentation, and administrative skills.
- Proficient in MS Office and cloud-based project management tools.
- Professional, accountable, ethical, and adaptable to evolving company structures.
Qualifications/Certifications:
- Minimum Matric qualification.
- Completed electrical engineering qualification (B.Tech or B.Ing).
- Own reliable vehicle and valid driver's license.
Travel Requirements:
- Some travel within South Africa and occasional stay-overs at project sites.
Start Date: Immediate
If you are passionate about renewable energy and have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.
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