Renewable Energy Engineer (Solar PV)

How2Apply Talent Network
Centurion, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Engineering Code 08
R75 000 – R98 000/month
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Job Description

The manufacturing plant in Centurion needs an electrical engineer for projects that go from design to commissioning. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

You'll be based at a manufacturing plant in Centurion. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps.

What your day looks like

  • Review PLC and SCADA logic for process control and alarms
  • Design LV and MV reticulation to SANS 10142-1 and SANS 10142-2
  • Inspect installations and sign off compliance on completion
  • Keep single line diagrams and as-built drawings up to date
  • Draw up tender specifications and bills of quantities for electrical works

What you need

  • BEng or BSc Eng in Electrical Engineering, or a BTech or Advanced Diploma for technologist posts
  • Able to write clear technical reports and specifications
  • At least 3 years of electrical engineering work after graduating
  • Experience with at least one power system or lighting design package
  • ECSA registration as Pr Eng, Pr Tech Eng or Candidate

Nice if you have

  • Protection or HV operating authorisation
  • Renewable energy project experience above 1 MW
  • PLC programming certification

On offer

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

Applying, step by step

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): ID copy, certified within three months plus ECSA registration letter.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 5 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Centurion; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

How to stand out

  • List projects with their voltage level, size in kVA or MW, and whether you designed, supervised or commissioned.
  • Name the software you use for power system studies and lighting design. Consultants screen for exact tools.

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Job details
SalaryR75 000 – R98 000/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationCenturion, Gauteng
CategoryEngineering
Experience14+ years
LicenseCode 08
Posted3 October 2026
Closing Date30 October 2026
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