Is this you?

You a dynamic and highly motivated engineer with a technical background in renewable energy. You are sales driven and have a passion for growing business. You excel at developing optimized technical solutions and enjoy working closely with customers and internal teams.

What you’ll be doing (and why you’ll enjoy it)

As the Business Development Engineer, you will be developing sales opportunities for renewable energy solutions, focusing on medium to large Commercial and Industrial projects. You will work with internal teams and customers to create optimized technical solutions for renewable energy projects, from preliminary design to costing and proposal writing. You’ll assist in client contract negotiations, develop competitive strategies, and maintain a deep knowledge of competitor activity. Your role also includes building and maintaining strong relationships with customers and suppliers, ensuring sales sustainability, and providing input on the business plan to meet business targets.

Where you’ll be doing it

Our client is a leading company in the renewable energy sector, renowned for its innovative approach and commitment to sustainability. Their Cape Town offices are situated in Muizenberg. With a track record of successful large-scale solar installations and a dynamic culture that encourages growth and collaboration, you will be joining an organization dedicated to making a significant impact in the energy industry. This is a chance to be part of a team that values technical excellence and fosters an environment where your contributions are recognized and valued.

What you’ll need

You will need a minimum of 5 years of technical sales experience in renewable energy or a related field. A solid technical understanding of solar PV, battery energy storage systems, diesel generators, and electrical reticulation is essential. You should have the ability to work effectively with customers and partners on technical solutions and coordinate among multidisciplinary teams. Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and spoken, are crucial. A diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering is required, and knowledge of project management and previous large-scale solar installation experience will be advantageous.

What you’ll get

You will be entitled to a competitive salary and you will  have the opportunity to work with a forward-thinking company that values innovation and sustainability, offering a dynamic work environment and the chance to contribute to impactful renewable energy projects.