Senior Engineer

Overview Rubicon Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Join to apply for the Senior Engineer - Commercial role at Rubicon . In this role, you will support our Commercial team across the country and engage directly with customers to provide sound engineering advice and design. This will entail providing effective and efficient communication on opportunities with customers, energy modelling, solution designs, feasibility studies, and project ownership. Responsibilities Energy projects: Design of solar photovoltaic plants, Battery energy Storage Systems, lighting layouts, EV charging stations, equipment selections, and building automation in the context of smart environment technology. Energy audits, data capture, site visits, optimisation investigations. Feasibility studies using energy load profiles and financial models and tools; install loggers/meters, take measurements on site (e.g., Lux, noise, vibration, current). Design holistic solutions for customers; electrical reticulation diagrams, drawings; manage and improve energy modelling tools and software. Assist with commissioning, project support and after-sales technical support. Support Functions Performance tracking and energy behaviour analytics on customers; assist in collecting information to optimise operation costs and project value. Use data to make recommendations on energy and optimisation interventions. Reporting feedback to the Head of Engineering in JHB. Build out and improve existing energy modelling tools including solar PV, lighting, power quality, energy storage simulations and other energy interventions. Client Engagement Familiarity with the latest SANS and NERSA regulations and advise customers; assist with SSEG applications for Rubicon projects. Gather information from sites related to energy needs (bills, surveys, photos, investigations); build and grow relationships with contractors and installers. Work closely with internal sales team to develop projects with customers. Construction Familiarity with operational Health & Safety requirements; knowledge of project sureties and insurance items; understand project timelines. Power Quality Solutions Support branches and customers with metering, solution designs, cost optimisation on capital layout and operational costs analysis with feasibility reports. Conduct continuous monitoring and reporting; power quality analysis for BESS specification and PQ solutions. Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Support end-users and EPCs in selecting the correct charger technology for the specific application; integration of EV chargers with back-end technology in a developing market. Monitoring Solutions Growth Path Opportunity to learn and assist in building the monitoring services division; develop methodology for integrating hardware and data analytics; deep understanding of energy and optimisation analytics and reporting. Required Knowledge, Skills & Ability B/B.Sc.Eng. degree in Electric/Electronic/Mechatronic engineering (with min 5 years of work experience in the electrical field). Strong academic results; own vehicle and valid driver’s licence. Preferred Business development experience for energy-related projects is beneficial; experience with renewable energy, energy storage, electric vehicle charging, or energy efficiency is a requirement. Preferred Key Skills and Competencies Sound knowledge of energy engineering, project management, business development. Proven experience in technical sales, communication, and project development; hands-on energy project implementation experience. Deep understanding of renewable energy and power quality; up-to-date with current technology, trends, and best practices in energy engineering. Location & Travel CPT-based position; travel to Durban, Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg can be expected from time to time. Personal Competency Requirements People-oriented with strong teamwork, communication, and negotiation skills; fluent English. Passion for sustainability and new technologies; self-motivated and able to make decisions and recommendations. Ability to manage time, meet tight deadlines, and work under pressure; proactive with a positive attitude; excellent at service delivery. Willingness to travel locally and internationally; strong stakeholder management; attention to detail; organised and methodical. Skilled in project management; proficient with Excel models, data analysis, word processing, presentations, solar PV design tools, data management, VBA, Inventor Pro, AutoCAD. Aligned with Rubicon Group’s zero-tolerance policy on discrimination and corrupt business activities. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Renewable Energy Equipment Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr