Job Summary
For supporting our growing business we are looking for a Junior Solar PV Engineer reporting to our Business Development Manager in Cape Town.
Responsibilities
- Active technical and application support of sales staff in the preparation of sales offers in respect of technical and other aspects
- Technical selling, consultation and support of customers and in respect of the company’s PV products and systems in both – commercial and residential markets
- Technical On-Site and telephonic support
- Repair and assessment of product in our Service Centre as well as managing of product return processes
- Preparation of Quotations, Client Follow Up, Product and Stock Consulting and Order Confirmation to Clients
- Support Department Manager when implementing new products and services
- Gaining internal knowledge about new products or updates and changes. Internal processing and presentation in the company’s knowledgebase and training of colleagues
- Working close with the Department Manager for setting up and maintain technical presentations, product battle cards, warranty guidelines etc…
- Commencement of regular technical product and system trainings with clients where new products are introduced or system configurations are shown
- Preparing PV designs in the company’s design software PV Manager. Commencement of internal and external trainings herein
- Drawing of single line diagrams
- Warranty and claim handling of products, especially for those where the company is responsible for the first line service
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering is preferred
- Knowledge and experience in the solar field is an asset
- Product experience with Victron, SMA, Fronius, GoodWe, SolarMD and BYD is preferred
- Minimum 2 years technical experience in the solar industry
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
- Excellent Afrikaans and English skills
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced, customer facing environment
- Ability to organize, prioritize and effectively multi-task daily and meet deadlines
- Assertive, confident and clear communicator – via e-mail, phone and face-to-face
- Proficient with desktop applications such as Windows & Office. ERP System Knowledge is an asset
- Experience with PV Design Software such as PV Syst, PV Sol etc., is an asset
- Must have valid state driver’s license
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Attractive vacation arrangements
- Career path opportunities for top performers in a growing industry
Should you meet all the requirements and wish to apply, please send your latest CV, qualifications and motivation to diane@abcworldwide.com