Electrical Engineer

Energy Vault; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is looking for a highly motivated Electrical Engineer to join their team. The successful candidate will focus on designing and developing electrical substations, requiring expertise in power systems, protection schemes, and substantial engineering experience. This role offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge energy projects and requires strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer substation layouts for high-voltage and medium-voltage substations.
• Oversee and participate in commissioning and testing of substation equipment.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project delivery.

Skills

Problem Solving

Critical thinking

Detail-oriented

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Flexibility

Education

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

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ETAP

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 61850).
• 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 9001 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.
• Strong verbal and written communication.

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