Senior Renewable Energy Engineer

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical or environmental engineering.

• 10+ years’ relevant work experience.
• Technical expertise in the development of utility-scale Wind, Solar, Hydro and/or Battery Storage projects.
• Skills in Owner’s Engineering and past site experience would be an advantage.
• Professional registration an added plus, but not crucial.
• Experience must also include a working knowledge of civil or electrical engineering related regulations, codes and standards.
• Dynamic and enthusiastic team player - co-operates will with others, shares knowledge, experience and information, and supports others in pursuit of team goals. A good sense of humour and positive disposition are valuable.
• Delivery and Results - completes tasks in accordance with expectations and schedule and with strong attention to details, understanding task urgency; able to juggle and manage conflicting work priorities to ensure deadlines are met. Drives ideas to implementation and execution in a timely manner, is willing to periodically work longer hours when the situation demands it.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills in English, including ability to write clear and detailed technical reports, presentations and emails.
• Analysis and judgement - quickly understands and analyses problems & complex issues, provides sound and rational judgements. Demonstrates methodical and systematic approach, plans ahead and prioritises tasks effectively.
• Networking - builds good personal and professional relationships. Experience of building long-term client relationships.
• Work ethic - identifies with the Company’s principles, vision and values.
• Inquisitive  – we are looking for nimble-minds that have an adventurous outlook on life! People that “put their hand up” and go the extra mile will be warmly received.  
• Communicates and influences in a clear, open, active and honest manner (verbal and written) and seeks understanding of other views.
• Proven ability to produce clear written reports and communicate verbally in English.
• Good IT skills, and experienced in using MS Office suite packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Willingness to travel across the country and internationally.
• Demonstrates continuous improvement.
• Primarily office based, however with sporadic travel to local South African or Internation sites or DNV offices.

Desirable qualifications include:

• Extensive experience in the renewable energy sector in Africa, specifically design of wind, solar PV, hydro and BESS. Preference given for past consulting exposure.

• Skills in AI programming of Agents, technological development and an interest in digitalisation.

• Experience performing construction monitoring or supervision (civil, electrical and/or structural works).

• Root Cause Analysis (RCAs) for civil, electrical and/or structural works.

• Experience in Technical Due Diligence processes will be plus. This may include but is not limited to: electrical design, mechanical design or turbine inspections, site assessment, ground conditions, hydrology, civil design, structures, contracts review, scheduling or environmental site auditing of renewable energy projects.

• Skills in past design (electrical, mechanical or civil) of renewable energy facilities in South Africa.

The project work is often fast-paced with tight timeframes.  The candidate must be willing to work with complex tasks under such deadline pressure and be comfortable in managing workflow to deliver work on time (working with line manager and other team members to cross allocate work to avoid overloading).

Most work tasks will result in written reports to clients and day to day communication with clients if often by email. Good written English skills are essential.

The role will involve on the job training as well as other training internally or externally.  The candidate will be expected to demonstrate initiative and self-motivation. Support, mentoring and training, as appropriate, will be provided by principal team members.

Role Location:

This role will be based in Cape Town, South Africa.

There are no direct reports, however, may be in the future.

Pre-agreed authorisation levels for contracts, purchases and other commitments will be standard according to staff grade.