Solar Engineer Intern

Local Unit & Position Description

South Africa Sub-Saharan African region is experiencing a strong growth in renewable energies, driven by increase of energy demand and government support. We at DNV are expanding our solar energy consulting practice in South Africa and seeking an intern to support on projects delivery and business development activities

DNV’s global solar team includes experts in PV system design, solar power plant operation, PV module manufacturing, PV module and inverter testing, equipment performance, and structural elements such as rooftop and ground mounting systems. Please visit our website for further information: https://www.dnv.com/power-renewables/index.html.

DNV’s solar energy service offerings include:

• Energy assessment
• Independent engineering
• Lender’s Technical Advisory services
• Owner’s engineering
• Technology reviews
• Pre-construction engineering
• Environmental and permitting
• Asset management
• PV module and inverter testing
• Supporting services

We are currently seeking to employ a qualified candidate for the position of Intern Solar Engineer (or the “Candidate”) for Technical Services under Renewables, Energy Systems to be based in Cape Town, South Africa.

As part of DNV’s Solar MEA Team and Solar and Storage Section in the SEMELA region, the Candidate will work along with other technical professionals in the Energy Systems group to provide technical consulting services and support business development activities. The Candidate will have the opportunity to learn technical aspects of the solar PV plants by being involved in some projects. The role also has elements of business development, marketing and sales supporting responsibilities. This includes working cohesively within the department to support proposal preparation. Intern is also expected to support formatting word documents and prepare power points / presentations.

This role, reporting to the Solar Team Lead Middle East & Africa in Dubai will focus on supporting our technical team in delivering our services to our existing customers and supporting bid managers preparing proposals in the Sub-Saharan African region.

Join us and you will: 

• Work with dedicated and competent colleagues.
• Experience exciting challenges, new ways of thinking and solutioning in the ever-changing energy world.
• Have an exciting and attractive and flexible working environment which you can actively shape.
• Benefit from on-job training and development opportunities.
• After completing the internship, depending on performance and market conditions you may obtain a permanent employment with a fair renumeration plan in Cape Town or other DNV SEMELA offices (Dubai, Spain, France, Italy, Mexico, Brazil, Chile)

Position Qualifications

• Master / Bachelor’s in Electrical, Mechanical, Mathematical, Civil Engineering or equivalent from a recognized university.
• Related work experience or interest in renewables, power generation, power system design, or related field with a primarily electrical or civil engineering capacity will be an advantage.
• Excellent command of the English language. French and Spanish languages are an advantage
• Good quantitative and analytical skills.
• Good command of verbal and written communication skills, good presentation skills, a positive attitude, an open mindset and a team-oriented individual.

Company & Business Area Description

DNV is the independent expert in assurance and risk management, operating in more than 100 countries. Through our broad experience and deep expertise we advance safety and sustainable performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions. 

We provide assurance to the entire energy value chain through our advisory, monitoring, verification, and certification services. As the world's leading resource of independent energy experts and technical advisors, we help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry. We are committed to realizing the goals of the Paris Agreement, and support all stakeholders to transition faster to a deeply decarbonized energy system.

Equal Opportunity Statement

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!