Senior Civil PrEng - Renewable Energy

Reference: JN -062025-1933_1750249080

Are you a highly experienced Civil Engineer with a passion for renewable energy? Our client, a leading Independent Power Producer (IPP) at the forefront of the renewable energy sector, is seeking a Senior Civil PrEng to join their global team in Cape Town. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative solar and wind power projects across four continents.

The Role:

As a Senior Civil PrEng, you will be responsible for managing the civil engineering discipline regionally, delivering high-quality, cost-efficient concepts and solutions for business development and construction projects within ground-mounted PV, floating PV, and wind power. You will oversee geotechnical, hydrological, civil, and structural technical deliverables for EPC projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate regional Civil Engineering activities.
  • Develop Civil Engineering concepts and designs for new project opportunities, including piling, ground-mounted PV substructures, floating PV/wind anchoring systems, and wind power foundations.
  • Manage the progress of engineering deliverables during structuring and execution phases of EPC projects.
  • Support the Execution Team, ensuring timely implementation of civil design information.
  • Support the Operation and Maintenance team with civil engineering matters and OPEX assumptions.
  • Identify and qualify partners and suppliers for civil works.
  • Manage in-country Civil Engineering Supervisors and Junior Engineers, providing mentorship and technical growth support.

Qualifications:

  • Civil Engineering Degree (B.Eng) or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering.
  • Professional Engineering Registration (or similar Chartered Engineer registration).
  • 10+ years of civil engineering experience.
  • 5+ years of solar and wind energy experience.
  • Sound knowledge of CAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and GIS software.
  • Fluent in written and spoken English.
  • Valid driver's license and passport.

Desirable Experience:

  • Hydroelectric Power experience.
  • Offshore structural/geotechnical design or Floating PV/marine design experience.
  • Friction and end-bearing pile design experience.
Negotiable

Cape Town

Full Time

Added 18/06/2025
Reference: JN -062025-1933_1750249080

Senior Civil PrEng - Renewable Energy

Cape Town
Full Time

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