Job Description

Savvy customer oriented Engineer



As a leading provider of solar tracker solutions, Ideematec is dedicated to developing cutting-edge technology that maximizes the output of solar power plants. We are a team of talented and dedicated individuals who are committed to our mission of powering the world with sustainable energy.



Are you a driven individual with a passion for sustainability and making a positive impact on the world? Do you want to be part of a dynamic and innovative team that is at the forefront of the solar energy industry? If so, we invite you to join Ideematec in South Africa as:

(to be based in Cape Town)



Sales Engineer (m/f/d)

full-time, permanent employment



This position owner will work closely with the Key Account Managers, Sales and Technical Teams from the region of operation.

Besides an attractive compensation, we offer:

Flexible work practices and fully autonomy and reliance from the first day on An open-minded working environment with short decision-making processes Sufficient on-the-job training with intensive support by experienced team members Dedicated time and budget to spend on your professional development due to regular participation in training courses on new products or technical innovations The latest devices and equipment to do your best work Extensive growth opportunities in an international group

You will be successful in this position if:

You have a mechanical engineering or electrical engineering education Pull Out Test campaign experience and/or experience working with foundation design parameters would be advantageous Proficiency in CAD/.dwg as PV Case software You love to give your best for customers and always act target and customer oriented You may already have experience in the photovoltaic industry and maybe especially with single axis trackers You are able to implement your good technical knowledge and your analytical thinking for the customer in an understandable and attractive way You love to work independently and in an organized way You are a team player who lives an open and appreciative communication internally and externally You are thirsty for knowledge and like to keep yourself informed about the latest developments and industry trends Own strong coordination skills as well as very good time-management Are an outstanding team player with excellent interpersonal, intercultural skills and “can do” attitude Periodic international travel will be necessary

Sounds like you?



Great, we would love to hear from you! Please send us the following:



Your CV in English highlighting your most relevant experience as well as certificates A write-up (cover letter) explaining who you are and why you would like to join us Your desired salary and your earliest possible start date

What you will do in this position:

You are the technical link between customers and sales You establish a personal relationship with potential new and existing customers and other contacts through a continuous and professional appearance You gain customer acceptance and convince with demonstrations of cost reductions and operational improvements You answer customer questions and provide technical information on products, services or equipment You are a key support to the key account managers when talking to customers. Your primary focus is responding to and processing requests for proposals (RFI, RFQ, RFP) You will prepare 2d Layouts and 3D “lite” in PV Case You will identify improvements by analyzing the cost-benefit of equipment, consumables, or service applications in the customer environment and developing and proposing changes to equipment, processes, or use of materials or services * Creating technical reports for sales is also part of your daily tasks.