ELECTRICAL ENGINEER – RENEWABLE ENERGY

1 day ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Oxyon Human Capital Solutions Full-time

About Role:

We are looking for an experienced engineering professional to lead and oversee the delivery of solar PV, battery energy storage and grid-infrastructure projects, from development through construction, commissioning and operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide technical leadership and engineering governance across projects.

  • Oversee project execution, resource planning, budgets and schedules.

  • Manage EPC contractors, engineering consultants and multidisciplinary teams.

  • Review engineering designs, specifications and technical submissions.

  • Oversee quality, safety, project risks and delivery performance.

  • Support grid connections, permitting, procurement and commissioning.

  • Coordinate project reporting and stakeholder engagement.

  • Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Minimum Requirements:

  • BEng or BSc in Electrical Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline.

  • Current ECSA registration as a Professional Engineer (Pr Eng).

  • Proven leadership experience in renewable energy, power or infrastructure projects.

  • Strong knowledge of EPC delivery, construction, commissioning and operations and maintenance.

  • Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and external contractors.

  • Strong commercial, contractual and stakeholder-management skills.

  • Willingness to travel to project sites when required.