Head of Engineering
Job in
Cape Town, 7100, South Africa
Listing for:
SET Consulting
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-07-30
Job specializations:
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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
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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 projectsOwn end-to-end system design for C&I and utility-scale installationsEnsure designs are bankable, compliant, and optimisedEstablish and continuously improve engineering standards, processes, and controlsProvide technical input and leadership during project delivery and tendersInterface with clients, utilities, and regulatory bodiesSupport technical decision-making across EPC lifecycle phasesMinimum Requirements (Essential)
BEng or BSc in Electrical Engineering8–10+ years’ experience in renewable energyStrong Solar PV design experience (C&I and/or utility-scale)Proven experience leading engineering teamsSolid understanding of BESS integrationWorking knowledge of South African grid code, NRS, and SSEG requirementsProficiency in PVSyst, Helioscope, and AutoCADAdvantageous
ECSA (Pr Eng) registrationExperience in an EPC environmentExposure to hybrid systems (PV + BESS + generators)Techno-economic or financial modelling experienceIdeal Candidate Profile
Strong technical authority with confident leadership skillsCommercially aware and solutions-drivenAble to balance engineering optimisation with real-world project constraintsComfortable in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environmentMust be able to speak Afrikaans and EnglishWhat’s on Offer
Permanent, full-time role based in Somerset WestOpportunity to play a key leadership role in a growing renewable energy businessCompetitive salary package aligned to experienceExposure to high-impact renewable projects across South Africa and AfricaApply by submitting your CV
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