Senior Renewables Engineer

About the role

WSP South Africa is seeking an experienced Senior Renewables Engineer to provide technical consultancy on utility‑scale solar PV and wind projects (5 MW+) across Southern Africa and, as needed, internationally. The role involves high‑level technical advisory, project management and business development, with up to 50 % travel.

Key responsibilities

• Lead technical advisory and design reviews for solar PV and wind projects, integrating mechanical, electrical, civil and control‑instrumentation disciplines.
• Prepare technical specifications, bills of materials, and manage tender processes, including EPC and O&M contract negotiations.
• Conduct due‑diligence, risk assessments and support sponsors and lenders through financial close.
• Monitor construction, commissioning and acceptance, performing site visits and supervising installation.
• Mentor junior engineers and review their deliverables.
• Drive business development, prepare proposals, and manage client relationships in South Africa and regional markets.

Required profile

• Registered candidate engineer with ECSA; professional registration advantageous.
• 5+ years experience in utility‑scale solar PV or wind projects.
• Willingness to travel up to 50 % domestically and internationally.
• Strong analytical and risk‑management capabilities.

Required skills

• Solar PV engineering
• Wind energy engineering
• Mechanical, electrical, civil and control‑instrumentation engineering
• Technical specification development
• Tender and EPC contract management
• Due‑diligence and risk assessment
• Project management and commissioning supervision