JOB TITLE: Principal Engineer

REPORTS TO: Head of Engineering

LOCATION: Johannesburg

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BSc Eng (Electrical)
• Pr.Eng (Electrical)

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• PV system modelling(PVsyst, PVSOL and similar)
• Design of PV systems in CAD
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Problem solver
• Capable of mentoring young engineers
• Innovative and adaptable
• Independent thinker and worker

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Minimum 10 years Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 5 years are in Solar PV Industry

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design and Analysis:

• Scope sites, run simulations, develop CAD layouts, and single line diagrams for solar PV systems
• Communicate designs to draughting department
• Present designs for the construction department
• Remain abreast of industry trends and technological advancements and seek to incorporate these in designs
• Assist Operations and Maintenance in troubleshooting underperformance of PV plants

Design and process review:

• Review of engineering deliverables including models, drawings, calculations, specifications, reports, evaluations etc. developed by other engineers including but not limited to NRS097, SANS 10142 and Eskom RETEC.
• Assume responsibility for designs as the Professional Engineer who approves and signs off technical correctness of designs
• Provide technical insight and mentorship to engineers in relation to design quality, schedule and budget
• Identify and manage continuous improvement activities within the department including the maintenance of company standards and procedures
• Ensure systems are OSH compliant for long term operations and contribute to risk assessment processes.
• Provide solutions to engineering problems

Mentoring and Management of Young Engineers:

• Coach graduate engineers all aspects of designing and project managing solar PV plants to successful completion
• Assist other engineers to balance demands of time and budget
• Monitor the progress and performance of discipline team members
• Give input and provide feedback and support to other engineers where necessary
• Guide other engineers towards applying for and becoming professionally registered with ECSA and other CPD related activities.