Job Description

Are you a highly experienced Civil Engineer with a passion for renewable energy? Our client, a leading Independent Power Producer (IPP) at the forefront of the renewable energy sector, is seeking a Senior Civil PrEng to join their global team in Cape Town. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative solar and wind power projects across four continents.
The Role:
As a Senior Civil PrEng, you will be responsible for managing the civil engineering discipline regionally, delivering high-quality, cost-efficient concepts and solutions for business development and construction projects within ground-mounted PV, floating PV, and wind power. You will oversee geotechnical, hydrological, civil, and structural technical deliverables for EPC projects.
Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate regional Civil Engineering activities.
• Develop Civil Engineering concepts and designs for new project opportunities, including piling, ground-mounted PV substructures, floating PV/wind anchoring systems, and wind power foundations.
• Manage the progress of engineering deliverables during structuring and execution phases of EPC projects.
• Support the Execution Team, ensuring timely implementation of civil design information.
• Support the Operation and Maintenance team with civil engineering matters and OPEX assumptions.
• Identify and qualify partners and suppliers for civil works.
• Manage in-country Civil Engineering Supervisors and Junior Engineers, providing mentorship and technical growth support.

Qualifications:

• Civil Engineering Degree (B.Eng) or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineering Registration (or similar Chartered Engineer registration).
• 10+ years of civil engineering experience.
• 5+ years of solar and wind energy experience.
• Sound knowledge of CAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and GIS software.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Valid driver's license and passport.

Desirable Experience:

• Hydroelectric Power experience.
• Offshore structural/geotechnical design or Floating PV/marine design experience.
• Friction and end-bearing pile design experience.

Skills Required