Job Description

Our client in the Telecommunications industry is currently looking for a Photovoltaic Design Engineer, in Randburg.

Responsibilities:

• Calculations and design for PV systems xe2x80x93 mainly dealing with physical racking layouts (roof and ground), AC/DC electrical design, DC stringing, SANS compliance, fire, building code compliance, and project requirements.
• Accurate BOM preparation of electrical and racking components.
• Overseeing project execution from design phase to job completion.
• Utilization of custom software tools to design PV ground mounted and roof top systems.
• Perform accurate system sizing calculations.
• Develop optimal designs with SLD (Solar Power System Single Line Diagram), conduit and wire scheduling, routing, and equipment plans.
• Experience in developing electrical Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), reviewing equipment datasheets, doing electrical engineering calculations and specification of equipment.
• Run production (PVWatts, PVSyst, etc.) (or similar) reports for system production estimates.
• System specification, design and layout of PV plants for South African and EMEA market, using tools such Helioscope, PVSyst and AutoCAD or similar.
• Completion of technical drawings (Use CAD office).
• Technical support for proposal preparation.
• Support component evaluation, specification and selection based on cost vs performance benefit.
• Review contract technical requirements and prepare requirements tracking mechanism.
• Ensure compliance with technical requirements and facilitate close out of open issues.
• Experience in project management, project Bill of Quantities (BOQ) development, project scheduling and project workflow management.
• Responsible for developing total project Bills of Quantities (BOQs), project quotes and proposals based onsite data obtained from client sites.
• Responsible for managing interface between design/engineering team and project installation teams on projects in execution.
• Providing technical advice and input to execution teams for technical issues and queries that come up on site.
• Manage installation project budgets to ensure projects are executed on time, within budget and to a level of the necessary engineering quality prescribed.
• Fulfilment of quality management role on projects in execution by conducting routine and ad-hoc inspections of completed project installations managing interfaces between procurement, stores, installers, in-house electricians, sub-contractors.
• Responsible for project close-out documentation management and interface with end-client by generating and submitting final set of drawings on installation projects, signed electrical CoCs and approved municipal.
• Pro-actively expand knowledge base in areas of Powerconnect Systems focus and coach in-house Powerconnect Systems Energy teams of electricians and technical teams.
• Create electrical schematics, wire sizing, determine quantities, select components, and specify all components to provide the optimal configuration.
• Create and review electrical schematics, cable calculations, determine quantities, select equipment and specify all components to provide the optimal configuration for Battery-Storage and Solar systems.
• Technical support for tender preparation.
• Technical support during construction/execution design.
• Responsible for the integration of containerized batteries with battery inverter stations.
• Support component evaluation, specification and selection based on cost vs. performance benefit.
• Technical support for Request for Quotation preparation and offers evaluation.
• Development into a highly seasoned Solar and Battery Storage professional with the support of the stakeholders.
• Interface with internal stakeholders (project managers, project engineers, product engineers, procurement, sales team;) and external stakeholders to ensure consistent communication.
• Interface with external stakeholders (Vendors, project managers, project engineers, product engineers, procurement, sales team;) and external stakeholders to ensure consistent communication.
• Support international projects remotely with design assessments and own expertise.
• Execute designs that adhere to grid compliance and permitting requirements.
• Coordinate with all the Sales teams within the company to develop complete proposal packages.
• Work across functionally with sales, project management, and installation teams to ensure clientsxe2x80x99 needs and internal deadlines are met.
• Proven Solar and battery system design and construction experience.
• Experience in Solar PV and Energy Storage.
• Knowledge of and/or experience in understanding of electrical and electronic control circuits.
• Experience in energy analytics & power system analytics.
• Conformance with relevant Codes and Standards.
• Contribute to market research, including identifying market potential and finding potential leads.
• Manage current client portfolio and seeing where savings can be achieved.
• Track monthly and yearly energy spend across the business client base to understand where there might be savings opportunities and present to clients.
• Build and maintain long term relationships with new and existing customers through daily contact and frequent visits with relevant sales team.
• Attend exhibitions/meetings to represent Powerconnect Systems and its products with solutions.
• Collaborate with the technical support department and product specialists to address customer requirements and issues.
• Support company service desk with issues until resolved.
• Assist with marketing material.
• Present and demonstrate the value of approved product and services to internal branches.
• Assume responsibility for Vendor outputs and manage services against contracted scope.
• Ensure strong internal and external client relationship is developed and maintained with the sales team of various branches.
• Some weekend work required in case of emergencies as and when required.
• Travelling required.
• Interact professionally with cross-functional team members.
• Must take accountability of own body of work, closing each project by design completion efficiently, while maintaining accuracy and strict attention to detail.
• Retrospective site Audits ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Compiling said reports onsite or virtually.
• xe2x80x8bxe2x80x8bxe2x80x8bxe2x80x8bRetrospective COC site audits.
• Compiling said reports on site or virtually.
• Report to the Employer office daily, but able to attend and be stationed at site meetings/project sites when necessary.
• Be involved in company research and design initiatives and provide input to senior management for consideration.
• Be involved in company initiatives to optimise company processes and systems and provide input when required.
• Contribute and develop systems and processes in areas of experience and increase knowledgebase of the company.
• Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Responsibilities:
• Report any deviations that could lead to an accident.
• Participate in Safety Training to improve safety standards.
• Report incidents and accidents before the end of a shift.
• Ensure that the SHEQ Management System requirements are met towards customer, internal, ISO, regulatory/legal requirements.
• Manage and perform all internal processes, especially those that affect the quality of the Organization's products.
• Work with Customers, Colleagues and Contractors towards continual improvement of the Management system and report the need for improvement to Management.
• Keep up standards and regulations with respect to Products and Services.
• Any other reasonable duties and responsibilities in line with capabilities and at the request of the Superior.

• Qualified Red Seal Electrician.
• Qualified Wireman.
• National Diploma Electrical Engineering N1 to N6 or Bachelorxe2x80x99s Degree in Electrical Engineering or BTech Electrical Engineering.
• Current registration with Department of Labour.
• Current registration with ECSA.
• PV Design Certification or equivalent (PV green card or equivalent).
• Working knowledge of SANS and safety code is crucial.
• Basic understanding of construction techniques and project management practices.
• Current Driverxe2x80x99s licence.
• Have a minimum of 4-5 years solar PV and battery storage design, project design, team management, engineering and project execution in the following technologies: residential and commercial solar PV, solar panel roof mounting, lithium-ion battery storage, LV AC and DC electrical DB board reticulation and home automation integration.
• 4 Minimum years of experience in solar PV system design, residential, financial, commercial, industrial, mining and retail construction background.
• Minimum 4 yearsxe2x80x99 experience in battery-storage and/or solar systems design.
• Strong understanding of battery-storage and solar (Photovoltaic) power systems.
• Experience with on-site troubleshooting of technology and automation of manual processes.
• Excellent working knowledge of SANS.
• Qualified Red Seal Electrical.
• Qualified Wireman.
• AutoCAD and related Autodesk software advantageous.
• Must be proficient in PV Design Software and related solar performance modelling software.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal skills.
• Good problem solving and critical thinking abilities and a proactive work ethic.
• Willingness and ability to clearly define objectives, exercise sound technical judgment, take on increasing levels of responsibility and to thrive in a small, flexible, and dynamic work environment.
• Strong ability to apply innovative and creative skills to problem solving.
• Tertiary level qualification in Electrical Engineering mandatory (B.Sc. Engineering or B.Tech. Engineering or B Engineering xe2x80x93 Electrical).
• Good oral and written communication skills mandatory.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office mandatory e.g., Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Previous renewable energy and/or electrical distribution work experience mandatory.
• Reporting structure xe2x80x93 Position will report to the Managing Executive.
• Weekly and monthly reporting will be required.
• Must be able to work well independently as well as within company teams to execute projects successfully.
• Work well independently and in project teams.
• Must be driven to perform, willing to take on responsibility and able to make decisions independently.
• Able to participate in structured and un-structured learning and training when they come up from time to time.
• Willing to learn and be able to pick up new skills and knowledge of industry quickly and effectively.

• R20 000 xe2x80x93 R25 000 per month + medical aid and pension fund.

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