Electrical Engineer

MC Technology Staffing; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing company seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer (Site) in South Africa to oversee MV/LV electrical works for utility-scale Solar PV projects. Responsibilities include inspecting cabling, supporting commissioning, and managing documentation. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in electrical installation and a degree in Electrical Engineering. Strong understanding of installation standards and effective communication skills are essential for coordinating with multiple teams.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in MV/LV electrical installation or site engineering.
• Strong understanding of cable testing and electrical commissioning.
• Ability to interpret SLDs and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight of MV/LV electrical works.
• Inspect installations for compliance with specifications and standards.
• Support pre-commissioning activities and manage documentation.

Skills

MV/LV installation standards

Electrical commissioning

Documentation management

Attention to detail

Education

NDip / BTech / BSc in Electrical Engineering

Job description

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

Commissioning 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 teams.
• Competent in documentation, test witnessing, and completion‑pack management.