Audio Engineering & Communications Internship

Gauteng Treasury; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 45,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and safety support

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

WSP Africa's Power & Energy team in Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa, is seeking a Senior Overhead Lines Design Engineer to deliver high-quality transmission line solutions across South Africa and international markets.

You will lead technically complex projects, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to design packages from FEED to execution, using PLS-CADD and related tools. A relevant engineering degree and 3+ years' OHL design experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Structural Engineering.
• At least three years’ overhead lines design experience.
• Proficiency in PLS-CADD; experience with PLS-POLE and PLS-TOWER preferred.
• Knowledge of conductor selection, sag-tension, wind loading, clearances and insulation.
• Experience with standards such as SANS 10280, IEC 60826, EN 50341 and Eskom requirements.
• Professional registration as Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng, or candidate registration advantageous.
• Strong analytical, communication, and client-engagement skills.
• Willingness to travel locally and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead tower spotting and line profiling for 132 kV to 765 kV overhead line projects using PLS-CADD and the wider PLS Suite.
• Deliver FEED, conceptual, detailed and execution-ready design packages.
• Prepare and review line profiles, stringing charts, plan-and-profile drawings, tower schedules and construction inputs.
• Optimise line routes and tower configurations for safety, cost, constructability and environmental performance.
• Integrate survey, LiDAR, DEM and topographical data into design models.
• Apply Eskom requirements and relevant South African and international OHL standards.
• Provide technical input to tenders, proposals, client workshops and multidisciplinary design reviews.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers while strengthening quality and technical delivery across the team.

Skills

Overhead line design

Project leadership

Analytical skills

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Structural Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

PLS-TOWER

Job description

Senior Overhead Lines Design Engineer – WSP Africa's Power & Energy team

Midrand R4000 - R8000 per month

Full‑time, Permanent

Design the infrastructure that powers communities. WSP Africa's Power & Energy team is looking for an accomplished Senior Overhead Lines Design Engineer to deliver high‑quality transmission line solutions across South Africa and international markets. This is an opportunity to lead technically complex projects, work with multidisciplinary specialists and help shape resilient energy infrastructure.

What you’ll do

• Lead tower spotting and line profiling for 132 kV to 765 kV overhead line projects using PLS‑CADD and the wider PLS Suite.
• Deliver FEED, conceptual, detailed and execution‑ready design packages.
• Prepare and review line profiles, stringing charts, plan‑and‑profile drawings, tower schedules and construction inputs.
• Optimise line routes and tower configurations for safety, cost, constructability and environmental performance.
• Integrate survey, LiDAR, DEM and topographical data into design models.
• Apply Eskom requirements and relevant South African and international OHL standards.
• Provide technical input to tenders, proposals, client workshops and multidisciplinary design reviews.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers while strengthening quality and technical delivery across the team.

What you’ll bring

• A bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Structural Engineering.
• At least three years’ overhead lines design experience.
• Advanced proficiency in PLS‑CADD; experience with PLS‑POLE and PLS‑TOWER is strongly preferred.
• Sound knowledge of conductor selection, sag‑tension calculations, wind loading, clearances, insulation and related OHL studies.
• Experience applying standards such as SANS 10280, IEC 60826, EN 50341 and relevant Eskom requirements.
• Professional registration as Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng, or registration as a candidate, is advantageous.
• Strong analytical, communication, client‑engagement and technical leadership skills.
• Availability for local and international travel when required.

Why join WSP?

You’ll join a collaborative, future‑focused team with access to local and international projects, opportunities to expand your technical influence and a culture that values its people, reputation, inclusion and accountability.

Employment type

Permanent, full‑time. The role may include local and international travel as required.

Location

Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary ranging from R4000 to R8000 per month depending on experience.
• Professional development opportunities and training.
• Health and safety support and compliance with industry standards.
• Inclusive and diverse workplace culture.

Equal Opportunity

WSP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.