Graduate Electrical Engineer

Network2 • Full-time • Cape Town, Western Cape • 1w ago

Our client is looking for a motivated Junior Solar Engineer to join their growing renewable energy team based in Cape Town. This role offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience on solar PV projects across South Africa and Zambia.

Duties:

Assist with the design and engineering of solar PV systems (commercial & utility-scale)
Support site assessments, feasibility studies, and system layouts
Assist with technical documentation, drawings, and reports
Provide engineering support during installation, commissioning, and handover
Liaise with project teams, contractors, and suppliers
Travel to project sites in Zambia as required

Minimum Requirements:

BEng / BSc / BTech in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or similar field
0–2 years’ experience in solar PV or renewable energy (internship experience welcome)
Basic understanding of solar PV systems, inverters, and grid connections
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
Willingness to travel internationally (valid passport required)
Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Advantageous:

Exposure to PVsyst, AutoCAD, or similar software
Previous site or commissioning experience
Knowledge of African renewable energy projects

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For more information contact:
Kagiso Sebalo
[email protected]