Electrical Engineer

Energy Vault; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Vault is looking for a highly skilled Electrical Engineer to contribute to the design and commissioning of electrical substations. This role requires strong expertise in power systems and the ability to handle multidisciplinary projects. The successful candidate will collaborate with various engineers and oversee critical electrical projects in alignment with industry standards.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in engineering design or power systems.
• Proficiency with electrical design software.
• Valid Drivers' License and own car.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer substation layouts and single-line diagrams.
• Perform calculations for short circuit analysis and load flow.
• Collaborate with project teams for integrated project delivery.

Skills

Power systems

Protection and control systems

Substation equipment

Problem Solving

Leadership

Education

BTech, B. Eng or BSc (Eng) in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ETAP

PV Sol

MatLab

Job description

Description Pele Green Energy is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineer to join our engineering team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, development, testing, and commissioning of electrical substations.

This role requires a solid understanding of power systems, protection and control systems, and substation equipment, as well as the ability to work on multidisciplinary projects.

Requirements Job Responsibilities Design and engineer substation layouts and single-line diagrams (SLDs) for high-voltage (HV) and medium-voltage (MV) substations.

Develop and review electrical drawings, protection and control schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment specifications.

Perform calculations for short circuit analysis, load flow, grounding, lightning protection, and relay settings.

Select appropriate substation equipment including transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, instrument transformers, and relays.

Oversee or participate in the commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of substation equipment and systems.

Collaborate with project managers, civil and structural engineers, and construction teams to ensure integrated and timely project delivery.

Ensure designs and installations meet applicable codes, standards (e.g., IEEE, IEC, ANSI), and utility / client requirements.

Support procurement by preparing technical specifications and reviewing vendor submittals.

Provide technical support and mentorship to junior engineers and drafters.

Ensure all documentation, reports, and drawings are complete, accurate, and up to date.

Experience with SCADA systems, communication protocols (e.g., DNP3, IEC ).

Knowledge of renewable energy integration and battery energy storage systems (BESS).

Maintain current knowledge of the legislation applicable to each project.

Support the maintenance of the ISO Quality Management System.

Make regular updates to in-house templates or engineering documents.

Desired Skills & Qualifications BTech, B. Eng or BSc (Eng) in Electrical, or Electronic Engineering 3-5 years' experience in engineering design or power systems Proficiency with electrical design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, ETAP, Experience with relevant simulation and design software packages would be beneficial (PV

• Sol, PV Syst, WaSP, MatLab).

Strong knowledge of substation equipment, protection schemes, and utility standards.

Proficient in MS Word, MS Projects, MS PowerPoint and MS Excel, MS excel Power query.

Valid Drivers' License and own car.

Detail-oriented and thorough.

Self-starter, ability to work under pressure.

Competencies Leadership Capabilities : Participative Leadership Planning & Organizing Monitoring & Measuring Cognitive Capabilities : Strategic "big picture" thinking Problem Solving Critical thinking Interpersonal Capabilities : Assertive Methodical Drive & Action Oriented Flexibility Excellence & Quality Orientation #J Ljbffr