Electrical Engineer (Senior / Experienced) -(Must Have Renewables, Construction, Manufacturing [...]

Quyn International; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An energy solutions provider in Johannesburg is seeking an Electrical Engineer to provide design and technical support for energy storage projects. Responsibilities include optimizing electrical designs, ensuring compliance with standards, managing construction activities, and conducting equipment inspections. The ideal candidate has a BTech in Electrical Engineering and experience in quality control. This role demands strong problem-solving abilities and adherence to safety regulations.

Qualifications

• BTech / Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering required.
• Experience in heavy current construction and electrical quality control preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings essential.

Responsibilities

• Review and optimize electrical design drawings.
• Provide technical guidance to construction teams.
• Manage equipment and materials for compliance with specifications.
• Conduct inspections and quality checks on electrical installations.

Skills

Electrical design optimization

Knowledge of South African standards

Electrical calculations

Technical guidance

Quality control procedures

Report writing

Ability to work under pressure

Education

BTech / Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SCADA systems

Electrical equipment testing tools

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

Design and Technical Support Review and optimize the electrical design drawings for energy storage projects (primary system, secondary system, control and protection, grounding, lighting, etc.).

Ensure the design complies with relevant South African standards (such as SANS, NRS, Eskom Grid Code) and international specifications (IEC, IEEE).

Perform electrical calculations (short-circuit current, load calculation, cable selection, voltage drop, protection settings, etc.).

Conduct technical reviews of design documents submitted by the client, consultant, and design institute.

Construction and Site Management

Provide electrical technical guidance to the construction team and subcontractors, and resolve technical issues during construction.

Review the construction process and installation methods of electrical equipment to ensure compliance with drawings and specifications.

Supervise key construction steps (high-voltage connection, box-type transformer / boost station installation, cable laying, battery compartment wiring, inverter grid connection, etc.).

Participate in on-site electrical quality inspections and acceptance inspections of concealed works.

Equipment and Materials Management

Review and confirm technical specifications for major electrical equipment (transformers, switchgear, protection devices, battery systems, inverters, UPS, SCADA systems, etc.).

Participate in equipment FAT (factory acceptance testing), SAT (site acceptance testing), and commissioning tests.

Track equipment arrival, inspection, and storage to ensure compliance with design.

Commissioning and Grid Connection

Participate in the commissioning, functional testing, and grid connection testing of energy storage systems.

Collaborate with system integrators to complete the commissioning of electrical protection, monitoring systems, and SCADA / EMS interfaces.

Responsible for the identification and rectification of electrical defects during the commissioning process.

Liaise with South African power grid companies (such as Eskom or municipal power companies) to ensure grid connection compliance.

Safety and Quality

Ensure all electrical construction activities comply with the OHS Act and on-site HSE requirements.

Develop and implement electrical safety operating procedures and technical briefings.

Participate in electrical quality inspections, rectifications, and final handover.

Desired Experience & Qualification

BTech / Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering Heavy Current Construction, Manufacturing, Engineering and Renewables Electrical Supervisor / Technician or Electrical Quality Control Eskom, substation, over headlines, Transmission, Distribution Be able to develop quality control plans / inspection and test plans (QCP's / ITPS) Checks sheets and data packs Have the knowledge of quality standards Ability to write progress reports Be able to do inspection and witness test of electrical (Medium voltage (MV) and High Voltage (HV) equipment) Understanding of non-conformity procedures Understanding industry standards and specifications Ability to review quality documents and data packs Ability to read and interpret drawings Ability to work independently Ability to work under pressure while remaining measured High level of resilience Always deliver high level of quality Good command of English both written and spoken