Junior Energy Engineer

at Private Consulting Firm
Published February 10, 2026
Expires April 11, 2026
Location Nelspruit, South Africa
Category Engineering  
Job Type Full-Time  

Description

Description

Our Company in Nelspruit is a growing energy consulting firm delivering turnkey electrical and energy solutions across South Africa. Our services cover the full project lifecycle — from concept development and detailed design through to construction oversight, commissioning, and final project sign-off.

We specialise in:

Solar PV systems

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

Eskom and municipal grid interface projects

MV and LV reticulation

LV Motor Control Centres (MCCs)

The Role

eiConsulting is seeking a Junior Energy Engineer (Electrical) to support energy and electrical infrastructure projects across South Africa. This role is ideal for a recently qualified electrical engineer who is eager to gain hands-on, real-world experience in the renewable energy and electrical engineering sector.

You will work closely with senior engineers and project managers, gaining exposure to design, site work, commissioning, and compliance documentation across a wide range of projects.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with LV, MV, Solar PV, and BESS system designs and calculations

Support site inspections, commissioning activities, and technical reporting

Assist with grid compliance documentation and client submissions

Work alongside senior engineers and project managers on active projects

Support data analysis, performance reviews, and preparation of technical reports

Minimum Requirements (Essential)

BEng degree in Electrical Engineering (completed qualification)

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project

Ability to interpret electrical drawings and single-line diagrams

Valid South African driver’s licence and own vehicle

Willingness to travel to project sites as required

Fluent in Afrikaans and English

Advantageous (Not Essential)

Exposure to PVSyst, Helioscope, and AutoCAD

Familiarity with Eskom SSEG applications and NRS 097 standards

Prior engineering or technical work experience

Personal Attributes

Strong attention to detail and professional standards

Eager to learn and grow within the energy sector

Practical, analytical thinker

Good communication and report-writing skills

Able to work independently and as part of a team

What’s on Offer

Mentorship from experienced engineers

Exposure to real-world projects across South Africa

Career growth within a growing consulting firm

Please send your resume/CV

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