Electrical Designer / Draughtsman (Solar / PV)

Our client is seeking an experienced Electrical Designer / Draughtsman (Solar / PV) to join the Port Elizabeth team,

• Preliminary system sizing and arrangement
• Complete detailed electrical designs for construction
• Preparation of engineering calculations and studies to support design activities
• Preparation of equipment specifications
• Preparation of construction specifications
• Standards and code compliance reviews
• Conduct inspections of under construction and operating solar plants
• Development of bespoke calculations and analysis tools
• Liaise with external technical firms when required
• Preparation of reports on system designs, metrics and assessed KPI’s
• Work with drafts in assistance of site drawings and specifications for existing and new clients
• Submit warranty claims
• Conduct site visits when needed to conduct firmware updates etc Requirements
• Grade 12
• National Diploma or Certificate in Electrical Engineering preferred
• 2–5 years’ experience in electrical draughting
• Proven experience in solar PV projects (commercial and/or residential)
• Advanced MS Excel and AutoCAD
• Experience with Helio. Scope, Sketch. Up, Solidworks, Inkscape and Affinity
• Software experience, such as firmware
• Valid drivers license