Job & Company Description:
Lead engineering team, manage the engineering budget, contribute to improvement of products and provide strategic input to assist the MANCO and EXCO in making appropriate business decisions.
 
Education:

• BEng Electrical Engineering
• 3 Phase Trade Test and Wireman’s License

 
Job Experience & Skills Required:

• Minimum 9 years of experience in Solar Power Manufacturing
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Leadership position
• Strong knowledge of Helioscope, PVSyst, PV Sol, AutoCAD
• Designing and modelling storage and micro-grid solutions
• Plan and develop applications and modifications for electronic properties used in parts and systems in order to improve technical performance
• Attending/presenting at conferences/events
• Networking with relevant industry stakeholders
• Keeping on top of what’s going on in the market (Regulatory changes, large tenders, shifts in typical business models)
• Monitor competition, economic indicators, and industry trends.
• Communicating the goals of the company to all engineers and professionals in the team
• Delegating tasks to engineering team members
• Supervising staff training as well as equipment installation
• Performing quality control checks on all systems and products
• Develop maintenance and testing procedures for electronic components and equipment
• Participate in MANCO and EXCO
• Provide strategic input
• Conduct performance appraisals
• Regularly provide constructive feedback to team members
• Supervising every phase of the project from start to completion

Apply now! 
 
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For more information contact:
Nthato Gumede
*****@*****.co.za

About the Role

The Head of Engineering will be responsible for the full engineering lifecycle of solar PV projects, from concept and design through to implementation and commissioning. The role requires a leader who can oversee multi-disciplinary engineering teams, optimise processes, and ensure that all designs and installations meet regulatory, safety, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and technical direction to the engineering department.
• Oversee the design, development, and optimisation of solar PV and battery storage systems.
• Lead feasibility assessments, system sizing, simulations, and technical due diligence.
• Ensure compliance with relevant SANS standards, NRS requirements, and health and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders including Project Managers, Procurement, and Executive Leadership to drive project delivery and performance.
• Prepare and approve technical documentation including drawings, specifications, and engineering reports.
• Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes, technology adoption, and design efficiency.
• Manage engineering budgets, resource planning, and team capability development.
• Mentor and grow junior and senior engineers.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (BEng/BSc), ECSA registration or eligibility preferred.
• 8 – 12 years engineering experience, with proven leadership experience in renewable energy.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of solar PV (C&I and/or utility scale) including energy storage systems.
• Experience managing engineering teams and external EPC or subcontractor partners.
• Proficient with relevant design software (e.g., PVSyst, AutoCAD, Helioscope).
• Strong understanding of grid connection requirements and compliance processes (Eskom or Municipal).
• Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder communication skills.

Please forward your CV to *****@*****.co.za