31 Energy Engineer jobs in South Africa

Anthem
is a leading South African Independent Power Producer (IPP)
, specialising in the development, financing, construction, ownership, and operation of large-scale wind and solar energy projects.

Currently, we manage approximately 2.7 GW of secured capacity across 24 projects, along with a development pipeline of around 11 GW in greenfield projects. We are committed to supporting South Africa's Just Energy Transition by providing reliable electricity, reducing emissions, and fostering local job creation and economic growth.

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Role Description

Anthem is seeking a talented renewable energy engineer with a proven track record of at least 15 years' experience, at least 5 years of which are in the renewable wind energy industry, to join our growing business. 

The role requires a combination of technical and contractual management skills, plus the proven ability to lead a team and play a meaningful role in the senior asset management team of the organisation. Reporting to the Head of Asset Management, this will be a key appointment within the team responsible for the management, monitoring and optimisation of the projects' performance. 

The candidate will have an Engineering degree or equivalent in Electrical or Mechanical with a strong track record of leading and closing EPC and/or O&M contract negotiations. Solar or Wind experience will be essential. 

If you meet the requirements and are keen to join our dynamic team, please contact our HR team via email at: 

by no later than 05 October 2025.

• Expertise in Wind Energy and Solar Power
• Experience with Renewable Energy Systems, including Solar Energy
• Knowledge of the Energy Industry
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent project management and organisational abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Bachelor's degree in Renewable Energy Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Professional certification in renewable energy is a plus
• Previous experience in the renewable energy sector in Southern Africa is an advantage

Purpose of the job:

Support the implementation of energy efficiency and small-scale embedded generation (SSEG) solutions across Growthpoint's property portfolio. The role contributes to the development and execution of sustainability initiatives, performance monitoring, and stakeholder engagement, while ensuring alignment and with and achievement of the sustainability division targets and goals.

Key Performance Areas:

1. Energy

• Support the Head of Energy and Head of Efficiency Projects in identifying and implementing energy and efficiency strategies to achieve division targets and goals.

• Assist in identifying green strategies across the Sustainability Business Unit (SBU).

• Conduct energy audits and analyze data to identify opportunities for efficiency (as part of the Efficiency Projects Business Unit) and renewable energy (as part of the Energy Business Unit) projects.

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders develop, implement and improve sustainable energy initiatives.

• Support with the compilation of submission packs for efficiency and renewable energy initiatives.

• Manage service providers and contractors to ensure successful project delivery and operations.

• Improve and Maintain Operational Excellence:

• Monitor and report, to various stakeholders, on performance of implemented initiatives (efficiency and renewable energy) by developing and maintaining existing and new systems and platforms.

• Ensure accuracy and credibility of performance reports by integrating between service providers (utility management companies, GCX, Soltrak, MyBuildings and O&M Service Providers).
• Support in the execution and management of O&M Service Level Agreements for each operational energy project.
• Ensure a complete set of as-built project documents for all projects.
• Assist in registration of clean energy projects to secure green attributes.
• Collaborate with procurement on strategic sourcing and service provider management.
• Participate in cross-functional assignments and provide constructive feedback.
• Identify and evaluate new technologies and service providers to support sustainability strategies.
• Assisting the ESG/reporting team and project managers with accurate reporting.

Knowledge

• Applied knowledge of Efficiency (Water and Electricity),
• Applied knowledge of Small Scale Embedded Generators
• Foundational knowledge of Utility Tariff Structures
• Foundational knowledge of Battery Energy Storage
• Foundational knowledge of Battery Energy Storage
• Foundational knowledge of RECs and Carbon Credits.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suit (especially Excel)

Job Specific Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong organizational abilities and accuracy
• Attention to detail

Competencies

• Goal orientated
• Must have high levels of self-motivation
• Professional team player
• Intelligent self-starter who shows initiative and has the ability to work autonomously/ with little guidance
• Flexible and adaptable with an ability to multitask
• Hard worker who works well under pressure and is deadline focused and results driven
• Assertive and tenacious
• Ability to handle criticism and thrive in an environment that is constantly changing

Experience

• 1–3 years of experience in energy efficiency and/or SSEG projects is compulsory.
• Experience with energy auditing and performance analysis tools is beneficial.

Education

• B-Tech or B-Eng (i.e. Electrical or Mechanical degree) is compulsory
• ECSA registration (Candidate or Professional Engineer/Technologist) preferred
• IEPA training – Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification is beneficial
• Qualification in Financial Modelling is beneficial
• Project Management qualification is beneficial

Internal Liaison

• Head of Energy
• Head of Efficiency Projects
• Head of Sustainability

External Liaison

• Utility Management Companies,
• O&M Service Providers, Principal Agents,
• Carbon Reporting Service Providers

Level of Decision Making

• Makes decisions within established policies and project guidelines.

Level of Problem Solving

Resolves specific energy and efficiency challenges using specialized knowledge

Role Location

• Growthpoint Head Office in Sandton, Johannesburg. The company will accommodate some flexibility in this regard.

Joining Arup
Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Arup is an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, architects, consultants and technical specialists, working across every aspect of today's-built environment. Together we help our clients solve their most complex challenges – turning exciting ideas into tangible reality as we strive to find a better way and shape a better world. As one of the world's leading building design consultancies, we offer clients the innovation and technical know-how to continually deliver their projects on schedule and on budget, without compromise.

About This Career Opportunity.
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Energy Consultant to join our multi-disciplinary Energy team in our Johannesburg Office or Cape Town Office South Africa. As Arup, we pride ourselves on our extensive support network and our strength in numbers.

Due to continued business growth and increasing client demand in response to the urgent need to decarbonise the economies of South Africa and other African countries, Arup is seeking a Senior Engineer to support the delivery of energy projects.

Supporting the further growth, development and service delivery of the energy consulting team, with a focus on multi-disciplinary aspects of our projects, but also business development and project management (leading our internal teams) on PV, wind, battery storage, green hydrogen, energy transition and mini/micro- grid projects. Focus on grid-connections and large-project context, structure and role-players are important. Financial acumen, with respect to energy projects and project finance is required. Knowledge of industrial processes as well as technologies for decarbonising those processes will be a distinct advantage.

Business development, client-facing, team leadership, technical skills, written skills, people skills and contractual skills are all of importance. Knowledge of project planning and management, feasibility studies, concept design development and preparation of technical specifications and tender documentation - with a particular focus on photovoltaic, wind, storage, minigrids/micro-grids and grid systems will be an advantage.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?
We are looking for people with the following skills –

• B.Eng. or BSc. in Electrical engineering, preferably with a further qualification in renewable energy and professional registration with ECSA.
• Recognisable knowledge relevant in the energy sector with specific exposure to the renewable energy and decarbonisation.
• Project Management and support to lead and deliver technical advisory, owner's engineer and design services within the renewable energy sector for clients.
• Preparing and delivery of bids and proposals and writing technical reports & presentations, checking and reviewing reports, drawings and presentations by others.
• Driving the development of more junior energy team members across Arup South Africa offices, via mentoring and provision of technical and commercial guidance.

Not ready to apply just yet, or have some questions? Please email
Karin Spies
at

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What We Offer You
At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

An environment that will give you freedom to design with a purpose, focus on your skills to deliver quality work to our clients, opportunity to learn and share knowledge openly. You will have the opportunity to utilise your technical expertise to improve the lives of the most vulnerable in the communities in which we live and work through Arup's community engagement programme.

You'll have access to lots of learning opportunities and ongoing training through Arup university and other learning programmes.

Beyond a competitive guaranteed annual salary package, core benefits include medical aid and hospital gap cover; as well as provident fund covering retirement savings, life insurance and income protection in the event of disability. Core benefits form part of your guaranteed annual package.

Different People, Shared Values
At Arup, we believe when talented people collaborate, great things are possible. Arup hires people with proven skills and open minds. We are taking deliberate action to create an inclusive culture that is grounded in our purpose to shape a better world.

At Arup, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), disability, neurotype or mental health, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup a
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to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

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We are recruiting
Senior Process Engineers
who are interested in opportunities within the
energy, chemical, refining, and petrochemical sectors
. This role is ideal for professionals with strong design house experience and expertise in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) contracting environments.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Act as a primary liaison with clients, supporting project teams in technical decision-making.
• Lead and participate in process safety and design reviews, including PFD, P&ID, HAZOP, and SIL assessments.
• Oversee manpower planning and project scheduling for process engineering teams.
• Develop design basis, process flow diagrams, mass and energy balances, and utility balances.
• Prepare piping and instrumentation diagrams, equipment and instrument datasheets, process philosophies, and operational manuals.
• Perform relief valve calculations, relief load assessments, and fire protection system evaluations.
• Specify chemicals and catalysts while reviewing specifications and hazardous area classifications.
• Carry out complex process calculations and unit operation sizing.
• Provide technical leadership throughout basic and detailed engineering, commissioning, and plant start-up phases.

Candidate Profile

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• A BSc in Chemical Engineering with
  14+ years' experience
  , including
  8+ years in EPC contracting
  within energy, refining, chemical, or petrochemical industries.
• Professional registration with ECSA (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of process design, unit operation sizing, and process safety systems.
• Proficiency in simulation tools such as Aspen, PROII, and HTRI for heat exchanger rating.
• Proven leadership on at least 3 large-scale engineering projects, covering both basic and detailed engineering phases.
• Commissioning and plant start-up experience.
• Essential expertise in
  distillation process design
  .
• Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to support multiple projects simultaneously.

What's on Offer

• The opportunity to
  lead high-impact projects
  in a dynamic and evolving sector.
• Work within a motivated team that values engineering excellence.
• Clear pathways for
  career growth and professional advancement
  .

What to Expect:

Once you submit your application, our team will review it carefully. If your profile aligns with the role, you will receive a message from LinkedIn notifying you of the next steps.

The Renewable Energy Studies & Design Engineer will support the technical development of utility-scale solar PV, wind, and battery energy storage projects. This role involves assisting with engineering studies, design documentation, and grid integration analysis under the guidance of senior engineers. The successful candidate will contribute to feasibility assessments, data analysis, and technical reporting, while collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders. This position offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in renewable energy project development and grow within a multidisciplinary engineering environment.

Requirements

• Technical Studies & Analysis
• Perform and review electrical studies including load flow, short-circuit, transient stability, protection coordination, and harmonic analysis
• Conduct energy yield assessments using tools such as PVsyst, WindPro, WAsP, or equivalent
• Develop grid connection studies (steady-state, dynamic, and fault studies) in software such as DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSSE, or ETAP
• Support hybrid system modelling integrating solar, wind, and battery storage technologies
• System & Plant Design
• Lead conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design of renewable energy systems (LV, MV, and HV levels)
• Prepare single-line diagrams (SLDs), equipment specifications, and layout drawings
• Evaluate and specify Wind systems, inverters, transformers, switchgear, cables, and protection systems
• Optimize plant performance, reliability, and cost through design iterations and simulations
• Project Development Support
• Provide technical input during feasibility studies, due diligence, and bid preparation
• Support permitting, environmental, and grid connection applications with relevant technical data
• Review and approve technical deliverables from third-party consultants or contractors
• Standards, Compliance & Quality
• Ensure all designs and studies comply with international and local grid codes, IEC standards, and utility requirements
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of renewable technologies, grid regulations, and industry best practices
• Contribute to internal design standards, templates, and process improvements

Qualifications & Experience
*Education: *

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Renewable Energy, Power Systems, or a related engineering discipline

*Experience: *

• Minimum 1- 3 years' experience in renewable energy design and grid studies
• Proven track record in solar PV, wind, or hybrid energy system design and analysis
• Experience working with utilities, IPPs, or EPC contractors in grid-connected projects

*Technical Competencies: *

• Proficiency with software such as DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSSE, ETAP, PVsyst, HOMER, AutoCAD, or Helioscope
• Strong understanding of grid codes, protection systems, and interconnection requirements
• Familiar with SCADA systems, plant controllers, and grid-forming inverter concepts (advantageous)

*Soft Skills: *

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
• Excellent communication and technical reporting abilities
• Collaborative, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously

*Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) *

• Accuracy and quality of technical studies and designs
• Timely delivery of engineering deliverables
• Compliance with grid and regulatory requirements
• Cost optimization and performance improvement of designs
• Technical support effectiveness to internal and external stakeholders