Renewable Energies Engineer M/F at Voltalia

The main responsibilities of the Renewable Energies Engineer are:

• Provide engineering support in South Africa and regional project;
• Provide technical support to projects in development, construction or operation (layout, sizing, Energy Yield Assessment, technical/cost analysis, electrical design, etc…) for internal and external clients;
• Support the Asset Owner at each stage: Investment Proposal, Construction, Repowering, etc…
• Provide technical support in different stages of the project (development, commercial/bid and construction phases);
• Analyze technical information received for a specific project (including RFP/RFQ and tenders) and evaluate its impact in the electrical design of the project;
• Perform technical descriptions, technical calculations, technical specifications, drawings for project licensing, EPC and execution;
• Make technical assessment and support site surveys;
• Contact suppliers for technical discussion of existing and/or alternative solutions, or under technical arrangements to electrical infrastructure.

REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s degree or Degree in Electrical/ Electrotechnical Engineering (preferred), graduated from recognized leading Engineering School
• 5-7 years minimum experience in engineering/renewable
• Good skills in CAD tools and simulation tools (PVSys, WaSP, WindPRO)
• Minimum of 3 (three) years of experience in electrical projects
• Photovoltaic projects of more than 10MW are valued
• Complete knowledge of regulatory framework
• Good local network with external players in the sector and good analytical skills

Languages:

• English: Fluent
• Local languages, French or Portuguese are a plus

KEY SKILLS

• Analysis and interpretation ability
• Availability and sense of responsibility
• Strong attention to detail, rigorous
• Self-motivation, autonomy, dynamism
• Ability to manage stress and to work under pressure
• Resilience ability and proactivity
• Good teamwork skills
• Availability for national and international travels
• Proactivity and Initiative spirit
• Good organization level
• Negotiation skills