Site Engineer
Job Description
A leading renewable energy developer, owner, and operator is recruiting for a Site Engineer to support the delivery of a utility-scale Solar PV and BESS project in South Africa. This is an owner's team role focused on site execution, contractor management, QA/QC oversight, progress tracking, reporting, and technical coordination during construction and commissioning.
Responsibilities:Oversee site engineering and construction activities
Monitor EPC contractor performance against project requirements and schedule
Coordinate inspections, testing, QA/QC processes, and site documentation
Track project progress, risks, delays, and corrective actions
Support design implementation and variation management
Prepare site reports and progress updates
Coordinate between contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders
Ensure compliance with technical standards and contractual requirements
Engineering degree (Electrical preferred)
5+ years' experience on utility-scale Solar PV and/or BESS projects
Experience working on the owner's side and/or with EPC contractors
Construction and/or commissioning experience
QA/QC and grid compliance experience
Knowledge of MV/HV systems, substations, SCADA, Solar PV, and BESS
Strong reporting and stakeholder coordination skills
Eligible to work in South Africa
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