Head of Engineering

We're Hiring:
Head of Engineering | Renewable Energy Sector

Location: Cape Town
Contract Type: Permanent
Industry: Renewable Energy / Solar Power
Salary: Market-related (based on experience)

Join a dynamic team driving sustainable energy solutions across Africa. We’re looking for a Head of Engineering to lead our engineering division, shape strategic direction, and deliver cutting‑edge solar and micro‑grid technologies.

• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Oversee engineering budgets and ensure cost‑effective project execution.
• Design and model storage and micro‑grid solutions.
• Drive innovation and stay ahead of market trends and regulatory changes.
• Represent the company at industry events and build strategic relationships.
• Ensure quality control, compliance, and safety across all engineering outputs.
• Provide strategic input to MANCO and EXCO.
• Supervise project execution from concept to completion.

• Qualifications: BEng and registered Pr Eng with ECSA (Postgraduate in solar energy is a plus).
• Experience: 9+ years in engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Industry Exposure: Solar power, manufacturing, and engineering.
• Technical Tools: Helioscope, PVSyst, PV Sol, AutoCAD, MS Word, Excel, Projects.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication, critical thinking, leadership, and problem‑solving abilities.

Please note: If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks
, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.