Head of Engineering – Solar PV & Battery Energy Storage (BESS)

Location: Somerset West, Cape Town
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

A leading renewable energy company is seeking an experienced Head of Engineering to lead and grow its engineering function across commercial & industrial (C&I) and utility-scale Solar PV and BESS projects.

This is a hands-on leadership role with full ownership of engineering standards, system design quality, and technical delivery. The successful candidate will act as the technical authority, supporting project delivery, tenders, and strategic decision-making while leading a high-performance engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage the engineering team across Solar PV and BESS projects
• Own end-to-end system design for C&I and utility-scale installations
• Ensure designs are bankable, compliant, and optimised
• Establish and continuously improve engineering standards, processes, and controls
• Provide technical input and leadership during project delivery and tenders
• Interface with clients, utilities, and regulatory bodies
• Support technical decision-making across EPC lifecycle phases

Minimum Requirements (Essential)

• BEng or BSc in Electrical Engineering
• 8–10+ years’ experience in renewable energy
• Strong Solar PV design experience (C&I and/or utility-scale)
• Proven experience leading engineering teams
• Solid understanding of BESS integration
• Working knowledge of South African grid code, NRS, and SSEG requirements
• Proficiency in PVSyst, Helioscope, and AutoCAD

Advantageous

• ECSA (Pr Eng) registration
• Experience in an EPC environment
• Exposure to hybrid systems (PV + BESS + generators)
• Techno-economic or financial modelling experience

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strong technical authority with confident leadership skills
• Commercially aware and solutions-driven
• Able to balance engineering optimisation with real-world project constraints
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment
• Must be able to speak Afrikaans and English

What’s on Offer

• Permanent, full-time role based in Somerset West
• Opportunity to play a key leadership role in a growing renewable energy business
• Competitive salary package aligned to experience
• Exposure to high-impact renewable projects across South Africa and Africa

Apply by submitting your CV
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.