Electrical Engineer - Solar Industry at Hire Resolve

Responsibilities:

• Compile comprehensive designs and requirements for solar, AC and DC systems, and medium voltage networks.
  • Utilize AutoCAD for array layouts, site layouts, SLDs, and plantroom designs.
  • Generate schedules including stringing schedules and cable schedules.
• Produce materials lists for primary systems in collaboration with the technical director and office manager.
• Conduct high-level project management and planning meetings with the technical director and MD on a weekly basis.
• Manage client communication and relationships post-sales handover, providing regular updates on project progress, procurement timelines, installation schedules, and regulatory applications.
• Provide technical input during the sales and quotation phase.
• Perform site inspections and audits, and travel locally to meet with clients as necessary.
• Collaborate with all departments to enhance internal processes and procedures.

Skills/Experience/Attributes:

• 5-10 years experience in electrical design within a construction and installation environment.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English (written and verbal).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Excel for designing layouts and schedules.
• Good understanding of construction and installation projects and project lifecycle.
• Experience in client-facing roles with strong communication skills.
• Proactive project management abilities, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and administrative skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and cloud-based project management tools.
• Professional, accountable, ethical, and adaptable to evolving company structures.

Qualifications/Certifications:

• Minimum Matric qualification.
• Completed electrical engineering qualification (B.Tech or B.Ing).
• Own reliable vehicle and valid driver's license.

Travel Requirements:

• Some travel within South Africa and occasional stay-overs at project sites.