Business Development Engineer
Cape Town
JOB TITLE: Business Development Engineer
MANAGER: Lead Business Development Engineer
LOCATION: Cape Town
QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS:
Engineering Degree or similar
Valid Driver’s License
Own vehicle
National and Select Continental Travel will be required.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Very strong technical problem-solving skills with the ability to provide solutions in client meetings when presented with technical queries
Strong written and oral communication skills
Attention to detail and methodical approach
Excellent Communications Skills for presentations and meetings
Excellent Office skills and computer literacy
Self-motivation and ability to work independently
Ability to work across teams to provide tactical insight and solution thinking
Excel, Word and PowerPoint template development
PREFERRED SKILLS
Highly Analytical and Attention to Detail
Solar PV Modelling Skills and detailed understanding of PV Sol Premium, PV Syst, Excel and electricity tariff structures
Financial Literacy
Good understanding of LV electrical reticulation systems
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
1 – 3 years Engineering Experience
1 – 3 years client engagement experience with verified references
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Preparation of concept and preliminary designs for solar photovoltaic and energy storage projects
Detailed costing of solutions and financial modelling in developing the deal for presentation to the client
Assist in Research and Development of new technologies and technical solutions to enhance business offering
Preparation of tender and proposal documentation
Preparation of deal and sales presentations surrounding projects and portfolios
Attending business development client meetings acting in the role of technical expert and sales support to the Business Development Team, including the Business Development Director and Chief Executive Officer
Solving of a variety of ad hoc client and internal requests, providing quick turnaround times
Liaising with Engineering team’s during transition of projects into the execution phase