Electrical Distribution Engineer

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and benefits

Professional development

Pension & health coverage

Stable role in East London

Team oriented culture

Job summary

Placements24 in East London is seeking an Electrical Distribution Engineer to design, plan, and maintain distribution networks, including substations, overhead lines, and underground cables.

You will perform load forecasting, network analysis, and fault studies, develop expansion plans, and oversee installation and maintenance of assets while ensuring compliance with codes, safety standards, and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with specialization in power or distribution systems.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in electrical distribution engineering.
• Proficiency in distribution design software (CYME, PowerWorld) and GIS systems.
• Strong understanding of protection schemes for distribution networks.
• Experience with overhead line design and underground cable systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer electrical distribution systems, including substations, overhead lines, and underground cables.
• Perform load forecasting, network analysis, and fault studies for distribution networks.
• Develop plans for network expansion, reinforcement, and upgrades.
• Oversee the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of distribution assets.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable electrical codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
• Provide technical support and expertise to field operations and customer service teams.

Skills

Electrical distribution engineering

Load forecasting

Fault studies

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (power/distribution)

Tools

CYME

PowerWorld

GIS

Job description

Our client is looking for a dedicated Electrical Distribution Engineer to join their vital operations in East London . This role is essential for the design, planning, and maintenance of electrical distribution networks, ensuring a safe, reliable, and efficient power supply to customers. You will be involved in upgrading existing infrastructure, managing new connections, and ensuring compliance with all relevant standards and regulations. This is a key position offering the opportunity to contribute directly to the community's energy needs and infrastructure development within a dedicated team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineer electrical distribution systems, including substations, overhead lines, and underground cables.
• Perform load forecasting, network analysis, and fault studies for distribution networks.
• Develop plans for network expansion, reinforcement, and upgrades.
• Oversee the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of distribution assets.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable electrical codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
• Provide technical support and expertise to field operations and customer service teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, with a specialization in power or distribution systems.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in electrical distribution engineering.
• Proficiency in distribution design software (e.g., CYME, PowerWorld) and GIS systems.
• Strong understanding of protection schemes for distribution networks.
• Experience with overhead line design and underground cable systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and further qualifications.
• Pension fund and medical aid contributions.
• Stable role within a critical infrastructure sector in East London.
• Supportive team environment with a focus on operational excellence.