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Head of Engineering (Electric) Jobs in Somerset West, Western Cape, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Head of Engineering (Electric)
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Somerset West, Western Cape, South Africa
Head of Engineering (Electric)
Recruiter:
Status Staffing
Job Ref:
PC002068/CN
Date posted:
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Location:
Somerset West, South Africa
SUMMARY:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Engineering (Electrical) to lead the engineering function within a fast-growing solar energy company based in Somerset West. This role is responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and optimisation of solar energy systems, while leading a high-performing engineering team and ensuring technical excellence across all projects.
POSITION INFO:
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EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Permanent
SECTOR : Engineering
BASIC SALARY : Market Related
START DATE : A.S.A.P / Immediate
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum Requirements (Non-Negotiable)
- BEng/BSc in Electrical Engineering
- 8–10+ years’ experience in renewable energy
- Strong Solar PV design experience (C&I and/or utility-scale)
- Proven leadership of engineering teams
- Solid understanding of BESS integration
- Knowledge of SA grid code, NRS, and SSEG requirements
- Proficiency in tools such as PVSyst / Helioscope / AutoCAD
Advantageous
- ECSA (Pr Eng) registration
- EPC environment experience
- Hybrid systems (PV + BESS + generators)
- Techno-economic / financial modelling
DUTIES:
- Lead and manage the engineering team
- Own system design across PV and BESS
- Ensure bankable, compliant, and optimised designs
- Drive engineering standards, processes, and continuous improvement
- Support project delivery, tenders, and technical decision-making
- Interface with clients, utilities, and regulatory bodies
Key Competencies
- Strong technical authority with leadership capability
- Commercially aware and solutions-driven
- Able to balance design optimisation with project realities
- Comfortable in a high-performance, delivery-focused environment
Requires regular travel to project sites across South Africa (and occasionally Africa)
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