BESS Engineer
First seen by Alion on Nov 9, 2026.
Are you an Electrical Engineer with hands-on experience in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and large-scale solar PV projects?
We are looking for a technically strong and project-driven Electrical Engineer with a proven track record of working on renewable energy projects, particularly utility-scale solar installations and battery energy storage solutions.
The ideal candidate will have practical project experience within the renewable energy sector, preferably in an EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) environment, and a solid understanding of electrical engineering design, project execution and commissioning.
Duties & Responsibilities-
Provide electrical engineering support throughout the project lifecycle, from design and planning to construction and commissioning.
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Contribute to the development and implementation of BESS and large-scale solar PV projects.
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Review electrical designs, technical drawings, specifications and engineering documentation.
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Coordinate with project managers, contractors, suppliers and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
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Support the integration of battery energy storage systems with solar PV installations and associated electrical infrastructure.
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Monitor technical project deliverables to ensure compliance with applicable standards, specifications and safety requirements.
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Assist with site activities, installation, testing, commissioning and troubleshooting.
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Identify technic
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BEng, BSc or BTech Degree in Electrical Engineering.
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Demonstrable experience working on BESS projects.
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Previous involvement in large-scale solar PV projects.
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Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles, systems and technical specifications.
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Experience with project execution, engineering coordination and technical documentation.
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Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications and design documentation.
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Strong analytical, planning and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination abilities.
R600 000 CTC per annum - R800 000 CTC per annum