Graduate Electrical Engineer

Graduate Electrical Engineer Location: Green Point, Cape Town Company: Phelan Green Group Type: Full-time | Graduate OpportunityAbout UsAt Phelan Green Group, we don’t just dream about a sustainable future — we’re building it.From developing large-scale solar projects to leading the charge in green hydrogen and energy-storage innovation, our team is driving real change across the globe. With offices in Dublin, Cape Town, India, Germany, and Egypt, we’re proud to be a diverse, fast-moving company that thrives on bold ideas and forward thinking.Now, we’re expanding our Renewable Energy Team and looking for a curious, driven, and hands-on Graduate Electrical Engineer to join us on our mission to become a global leader in clean energy and technology integration.Established in 2005, Phelan Green Group (PGG) stands as a global leader and pioneer in renewable energy, headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa. With offices spanning seven countries across four continents, PGG spearheads sustainable solutions worldwide, ranging from Solar PV, Green Hydrogen, andBattery Energy Storage to eFuel and Grid Infrastructure developments.PGG has installed over 500 MWp of Solar PV capacity globally and continues to invest in renewable energy developments worldwide. The Phelan Family has developed and owns over 30,000 hectares of land to meet current and future energy needs.Our vision is clear: to achieve the lowest cost of green energy globally.What You’ll DoThis isn’t your average grad job — you’ll be at the heart of real projects shaping the energy systems of the future.You’ll gain hands-on experience in:Electrical Design & Modelling: Assist in the design and optimisation of solar PV, battery, and grid systems.Project Development: Support feasibility studies, grid-connection applications, and tender documentation.Technical Analysis: Perform system simulations, yield assessments, and electrical load studies.Site Support: Participate in commissioning, inspections, and performance monitoring of renewable plants.Innovation & R&D: Explore emerging technologies in energy storage, smart grids, and hybrid systems.Collaboration: Work alongside multidisciplinary teams — from project developers to environmental engineers.Safety & Compliance: Learn and apply international and South African electrical standards and HSE requirements.What You’ll BringA Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (or in the final stages of completing one).A genuine passion for renewable energy and sustainable technology.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Curiosity, initiative, and a proactive learning mindset.Team spirit and excellent communication skills — because innovation thrives on collaboration.What You’ll GetA launchpad into one of the fastest-growing and most impactful industries in the world.Mentorship from global experts and exposure to international projects.Opportunities to grow your career in design, construction, or operations.A supportive, innovative, and people-focused environment — where your ideas truly matter.A competitive graduate salary and the chance to contribute to something that matters.Ready to Power the Future?If you’re excited about shaping the clean-energy revolution and want to be part of something bigger, we’d love to meet you.📧 Send your CV to hr@phelangreen.com Subject line: Graduate Electrical Engineer – Renewable EnergyLet’s electrify the world, one connection at a time.