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Renewable Energy Engineer (Solar PV)

How2Apply Talent Network

Kathu, Northern Cape

Full-time

Posted 1 day ago

Full-time Engineering Code 08

R66 500 – R92 250/month

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Job Description

Power has to be safe, reliable and legal. The solar and battery project developer in Kathu needs you to make it so. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

This post is Kathu-based, with most of your time spent at a solar and battery project developer. The first two weeks are spent shadowing someone experienced.

What your day looks like

Draw up tender specifications and bills of quantities for electrical works
Inspect installations and sign off compliance on completion
Design LV and MV reticulation to SANS 10142-1 and SANS 10142-2
Set and test protection relays and keep settings records
Guide technicians and contractors on site during commissioning

What you need

BEng or BSc Eng in Electrical Engineering, or a BTech or Advanced Diploma for technologist posts
Code 08 licence and willingness to travel to sites
ECSA registration as Pr Eng, Pr Tech Eng or Candidate
Able to write clear technical reports and specifications
Experience with at least one power system or lighting design package
At least 3 years of electrical engineering work after graduating

What you get

Vehicle allowance for site work
Clear path to associate or senior engineer
Paid professional registration and training

How to apply

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): ECSA registration letter, ID copy, certified within three months plus academic record showing your electrical subjects.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 8 working days, usually by phone.

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

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

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.