Renewable Energy Engineer (Solar PV)

From MV switchgear to PLCs, this water treatment utility in Bethlehem needs a sharp electrical engineer. It's the kind of job where doing the basics well every day gets you noticed.

Location: Bethlehem, Free State. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first. Most weeks are 45 hours, in line with the BCEA.

• Keep single line diagrams and as-built drawings up to date
• Guide technicians and contractors on site during commissioning
• Draw up tender specifications and bills of quantities for electrical works
• Size cables, transformers and protection using design software
• Design solar PV and battery systems and handle grid connection to NRS 097

• BEng or BSc Eng in Electrical Engineering, or a BTech or Advanced Diploma for technologist posts
• ECSA registration as Pr Eng, Pr Tech Eng or Candidate
• Code 08 licence and willingness to travel to sites
• Strong understanding of SANS 10142 and the Electrical Installation Regulations
• Experience with at least one power system or lighting design package
• Able to write clear technical reports and specifications

• Clear path to associate or senior engineer
• Paid professional registration and training
• Flexible hours on design days
• Vehicle allowance for site work

• If you are a candidate, add how close you are to Pr Eng and who your mentor is.
• List projects with their voltage level, size in kVA or MW, and whether you designed, supervised or commissioned.