Job Description

Is this you? You're a strategic thinker with a solutions-driven mindset and a passion for cutting-edge energy technologies. Meticulous in your work, you pay attention to detail while inspiring high performance from your team. You thrive in leadership roles, communicate clearly, and bring a collaborative yet analytical approach to problem-solving. Deadlines motivate you - not stress you - and your innovative flair helps shape forward-thinking engineering strategies.
What you'll be doing (and why you'll enjoy it) You'll oversee the engineering team and provide strategic input to senior leadership, ensuring engineering goals align with broader business objectives. From supervising projects and installations to leading R&D on microgrid and storage solutions, your role touches every aspect of engineering excellence. You'll drive innovation, manage budgets, perform quality control, attend key industry events, and keep your team aligned with company goals. Your input will directly influence the direction of major solar projects - making a visible impact.
Where you'll be doing it You'll be part of a progressive, forward-thinking renewable energy company making its mark in the solar power and energy engineering space. Known for its innovative solar solutions and impactful projects across the region, the business is driven by a culture of excellence, collaboration, and a genuine passion for sustainable energy. Their leadership team values strategic input and is committed to staying ahead of market trends and technology.
What you'll need You're a professionally registered engineer (Pr.Eng) with a postgraduate qualification in engineering or solar energy. You bring over nine years of experience, including at least five years in a senior leadership role within solar power, manufacturing, or engineering. Your toolkit includes Helioscope, PVSol, PVSyst, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office, and you're well-versed in designing systems, managing teams, and staying ahead of regulatory and market shifts.
What you'll get A chance to shape the future of solar engineering in a company that values innovation and impact. You'll enjoy a market-related salary, strong leadership support, and the opportunity to grow your influence at both technical and strategic levels.
How to apply For a confidential discussion, please contact Katharina on Linkedin, at (021) 035 1433 or send your CV to k.thieme-schiess@thetalentexperts.co.za. Your CV doesn't need to be fully up to date - just send us what you have! We respond to every application, so please give us a few days to review yours.

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