Junior Engineer | Renewable Energy

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An exciting opportunity is available for a Junior Engineer to join a specialised engineering consultancy working on solar PV and battery energy storage projects across South Africa. The role offers a combination of monitoring, data analysis, fault finding, electrical design and technical project support, with the opportunity to develop your engineering career within the renewable energy sector. The successful candidate will initially support the monitoring and performance function and, as the systems develop, take increasing ownership of the monitoring office while assisting the Professional Engineer with design and technical work. Key Responsibilities Monitor and analyse the performance of operational commercial and industrial solar PV sites Analyse system alerts and investigate plant performance issues Assign, dispatch and track work orders through to completion Perform energy yield and data analysis Assist with electrical concept and detailed designs Conduct fault analysis and identify root causes and corrective actions Support commissioning, inspections and technical fault finding Develop AI-assisted monitoring, reporting and dashboard processes Prepare monthly site performance reports Work with asset owners and external maintenance\/SLA partners Support the engineering team with technical and design projects Minimum Requirements B.Eng or B.Sc (Eng) degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline 0 to 3 years' relevant experience Engineers with 3 to 5 years' relevant experience are also welcome to apply Final-year students completing their degree before the start date may be considered Ability to manage your own workload and divide your time between monitoring and project work Candidates must be based in Durbanville or willing to commute Advantageous Experience Renewable energy or solar PV experience Data analytics Python PVsyst or similar energy simulation software CAD, such as AutoCAD or ProfiCAD Strong MS Office and Excel skills Experience using AI tools within engineering or analytical work What the Company Offers Starting salary from R22,500 per month Performance-based profit-share bonus linked to company performance and individual KPIs Laptop, mobile phone, data and required software provided Opportunity to work alongside a Professional Engineer Career development pathway towards Pr.Eng registration with ECSA Exposure to design, analysis, commissioning and site work Office-based role in Durbanville \/ surrounds once the new office is established Initially remote until the office is operational Please note: No additional monthly benefits are currently provided, although Medical Aid and Pension\/Provident Fund are planned for the future. Ideal Candidate We are looking for an enthusiastic Junior Electrical Engineer who is analytical, technically curious and comfortable working with data, technology and engineering systems. Someone who enjoys problem solving and wants to build a long-term career within renewable energy and engineering would be well suited to this opportunity. If you meet the essential requirements and are looking to build your engineering career within the renewable energy sector, we would like to hear from you. Application Notice We receive a high volume of applications and carefully review each one. If you do not hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful. By applying, you consent to your information being processed and stored for recruitment purposes in line with POPIA.