Commissioning & Service Engineer - C&I

Reference: JN -112026-87921_1794493367

A leading renewable energy OEM is seeking a Commissioning & Service Engineer to support the commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and servicing of utility-scale and commercial renewable energy projects across Southern Africa.

This role is ideal for a technically strong electrical engineer who enjoys a mix of remote diagnostics, field service activities, commissioning, fault finding, and direct customer interaction.

Key Responsibilities

  • Commission, maintain, and troubleshoot Solar PV, battery storage, inverter, and plant control systems.
  • Provide remote technical support to customers and service partners.
  • Perform fault finding, diagnostics, root cause analysis, and system performance investigations.
  • Analyse inverter logs, operational data, and performance reports to identify technical issues.
  • Conduct on-site service visits, repairs, inspections, and commissioning activities.
  • Support battery energy storage systems (BESS), solar inverters, plant controllers, and associated equipment.
  • Coordinate spare part replacement, logistics, and warranty-related activities.
  • Schedule and coordinate service interventions with customers and subcontractors.
  • Maintain accurate service records using platforms such as SAP, JIRA, or similar systems.
  • Ensure compliance with site HSE requirements, risk assessments, and safe work procedures.
  • Deliver basic technical training and guidance to customers and site personnel.

Requirements

Essential

  • Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
  • 2-4 years' experience in a Field Service, Commissioning, Technical Support, or Service Engineering role.
  • Proven experience working with:
    • Solar PV Systems
    • Utility or C&I Inverters
    • Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
    • Plant Controllers and Monitoring Systems
  • Strong fault finding and troubleshooting capabilities.
  • Experience with SCADA, remote monitoring, and data analysis tools.
  • Ability to interpret inverter logs, performance data, and system diagnostics.
  • Strong customer-facing and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple service requests.

Preferred

  • Experience commissioning utility-scale Solar PV or BESS projects.
  • Exposure to SMA, Sungrow, Huawei, CATL, BYD, Wärtsilä, Fluence, Tesla or similar technologies.
  • Previous experience supporting renewable energy EPC, OEM, or service businesses.
  • Knowledge of grid-connected renewable energy systems and plant control infrastructure.

What's on Offer?

  • Exposure to cutting-edge Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage technologies.
  • Opportunity to work across utility-scale and commercial renewable energy projects.
  • Combination of remote technical support and field-based engineering activities.
  • Strong growth opportunities within the renewable energy sector.

Commissioning & Service Engineer | Solar PV & BESS

I'm currently recruiting for a Commissioning & Service Engineer to support the commissioning, maintenance, and technical support of renewable energy projects across Southern Africa.

We're looking for professionals with experience in:

  • Solar PV Systems
  • Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
  • Inverters & Plant Controllers
  • SCADA & Monitoring Systems
  • Commissioning & Field Service
  • Fault Finding & Diagnostics
  • Customer Technical Support

COMPETITIVE SALARY
Added 12/11/2026
Reference: JN -112026-87921_1794493367

Commissioning & Service Engineer - C&I

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Permanent Clean Energy

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