Electrical Internship Position - Junior Electrical/Software Engineer at Next Renewable Generation

Requirements:

•  B.Sc(Eng) / B.Eng in Electrical or Electronic Engineering
•  Experience in developing custom applications for accessing, managing, and presenting data
•  Previous exposure to the energy sector will be advantageous
•  Previous exposure to the linux OS will be advantageous
•  Excellent Communication skills
•  Own transport

The position will be based at our offices operating out of Sandton, Johannesburg, with intermittent
local travel within Gauteng to client’s sites. Own vehicle with driver’s license necessary. No two days
will be the same, and there will be massive opportunity for growth in many areas. As part of a growing
team you will be able to develop into a responsible, capable, driven, and integral member of the team.

Job Profile:
The graduate will form part of the project development and asset management teams and report to
the Design, Engineering, Procurement & Construction (DEPC) Manager.
The role could include but not be limited to:

•  Support, plan and manage project development activities for energy efficiency and generation projects. This may include but is not limited to the preparation of proposals, tender submissions, and costing estimates.
•  Conduct site assessments for the development of energy projects.
•  Coordinate and manage external suppliers and contractors for energy projects.
•  Perform and or support quality inspections of PV and other energy technology installations during the project execution phase.
•  Conduct PV simulation studies to support the development of PV projects.
•  Provide technical support and input during the execution of energy measurement and audit engagements.
•  Design and implement software programs to monitor renewable energy installations and which support business internal processes
•  Support and or manage the analysis of data collected during energy measurements and audit engagements.
•  Assist with report writing of energy measurement and audit projects.
•  Support the DEPC process by contributing to the Company’s technology roadmap, software tools, technical engineering capability and project management processes.
•  Develop, refine, or evaluate energy input assessments and power output expectations. Perform or oversee analyses to optimize site layouts and equipment selection to maximize performance and minimize lifecycle costs for energy projects.
•  Support the activities of designers, consultants, and contractors to achieve efficient use of resources, meet deadlines for deliverables, minimize delays, avoid crises, and resolve conflicts for projects.
•  Support the DEPC team through the ongoing search for improved system cost and performance by contributing to evaluations of new technologies, systems, and components, and be versed in emerging regulations, technologies, and techniques in the clean energy industry.