Electrical Engineer

Mecad; Mbombela; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy company in Mpumalanga seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer for on-site technical oversight of MV/LV electrical works in utility-scale Solar PV projects. Responsibilities include inspecting installations, supporting commissioning activities, and managing documentation. Candidates must have at least 10 years of relevant experience and a degree in Electrical Engineering. Strong understanding of cable testing and electrical commissioning required. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 10 years' experience in MV / LV electrical installation, site engineering, or QA / QC on large projects.
• Strong understanding of MV / LV installation standards.
• Ability to interpret SLDs and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Inspect MV / LV cabling and installation quality.
• Support pre‑commissioning activities and energisation procedures.
• Provide daily progress updates and maintain site records.

Skills

MV / LV electrical installation

Cable testing

Electrical commissioning

Strong coordination skills

Education

NDip / BTech / BSc in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Company based in Highveld Mpumalanga, is looking for a skilled Electrical Engineer to join their team.

The Electrical Engineer (Site) will provide on-site technical oversight of MV / LV electrical works for utility‑scale Solar PV projects.

Includes inspection of cabling and terminations, commissioning readiness support, witnessing testing, and managing documentation required for energisation and handover.

One Electrical Engineer will be assigned per site.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Installation Oversight

• Inspect MV / LV cabling, routing, containment, and termination quality.
• Verify inverter stations, combiner boxes, string cabling, and AC / DC balance‑of‑plant installations.
• Ensure installations comply with project specifications, OEM documentation, and relevant standards.

Missioning Readiness & Energisation Support

• Support pre‑commissioning activities, energisation checklists, and readiness inspections.
• Collaborate with commissioning teams to resolve electrical issues impacting testing or energisation.
• Participate in energisation procedures under the guidance of commissioning and HV teams.

Testing, Quality & Documentation

• Witness electrical testing (insulation resistance, VLF, continuity, functional checks, etc.).
• Validate and compile electrical completion packs, redlines, and as‑built documentation.
• Manage punch items relating to electrical installations and ensure timely closure.

Coordination & Reporting

• Work closely with EPC teams, electrical subcontractors, and OEMs to resolve on‑site issues.
• Provide daily / weekly progress updates, inspection findings, and QA / QC documentation.
• Maintain accurate site records, test sheets, and inspection reports.

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Requirements

• NDip / BTech / BSc in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current / Power Systems preferred).
• Approximately 10 years' experience in MV / LV electrical installation, site engineering, or QA / QC on large infrastructure or renewable projects.
• Strong understanding of MV / LV installation standards, cable testing, and electrical commissioning.
• Ability to interpret SLDs, wiring diagrams, and electrical installation standards.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Experience in Solar PV or similar power infrastructure projects.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify electrical installation non‑conformances.
• Effective communicator with strong coordination skills across EPC and commissioning teamspetent in documentation, test witnessing, and completion‑pack management.