What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer - Solar position at EnableSA (Pty) Ltd?
· Design
grid-tied, hybrid, and off-grid solar PV systems (residential, commercial,
and/or utility-scale).
· Prepare
electrical schematics, single-line diagrams (SLDs), layouts, and technical
documentation.
· Conduct
system sizing, energy yield calculations, and performance modelling.
· Select
appropriate equipment (PV modules, inverters, batteries, cables, protection
devices).
· Support
applications for municipal approvals and embedded generation registrations.
· Ensure
compliance with OHS Act and site safety regulations.
· Provide
technical support during procurement, installation, and commissioning.
· Conduct
site inspections, commissioning tests, and system sign-offs.
· Liaise with
EPC contractors, installers, municipalities, and utilities (e.g. Eskom where
applicable).
· Identify
risks, troubleshoot system issues, and propose corrective actions
· Perform
system commissioning and acceptance testing.
· Assist with
fault diagnostics, performance analysis, and system optimisation.
· Support
preventive and corrective maintenance planning.
Requirements
· Grade
12
· Diploma
in Electrical Engineering preferred
· 3–5 years’
experience in electrical engineering.
· Minimum 2
years’ hands-on experience with solar PV systems
· Ability to
interpret technical drawings and specifications.
· Valid
drivers license