Electrical Engineer - Substation Design

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Engineering mentorship

Participation in major energy projects

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Electrical Engineer with expertise in high‑voltage substation design in Upington. You will develop layouts, equipment specifications, and control schemes for critical energy infrastructure.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems) and 5+ years of substation experience, with hands-on use of AutoCAD/CDEGS. You’ll collaborate across teams and participate in commissioning activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with a Power Systems specialization.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical engineering with a focus on substation design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, CDEGS, or similar design tools.
• Strong knowledge of HV equipment, protection relays and control systems.
• Experience with power system analysis and simulation software.

Responsibilities

• Lead HV substation design including layout, equipment spec and single-line diagrams.
• Create detailed drawings for protection/controls, relay settings, and SCADA integration.
• Perform load flow, short circuit and stability studies for substation designs.
• Ensure designs meet IEC/IEEE standards and client/regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with civil, construction teams, and clients through project lifecycle.
• Visit sites for investigation, construction support and commissioning.

Skills

Substation design

AutoCAD

CDEGS

Power systems

HV knowledge

Power system analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

AutoCAD

CDEGS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Electrical Engineer with expertise in substation design to join their team in Upington . This role is critical for the design and development of high-voltage electrical substations, ensuring the reliable and safe transmission and distribution of power. You will be responsible for creating detailed designs, specifications, and drawings for substation components, protection schemes, and control systems. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an engineer who thrives on complex technical challenges and plays a key role in maintaining and expanding essential energy infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and engineering of high-voltage electrical substations, including layout, equipment specification, and single-line diagrams.
• Develop detailed drawings for protection and control systems, relay settings, and SCADA integration.
• Perform load flow, short circuit, and stability studies for substation designs using appropriate software.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE), client specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with civil engineers, construction teams, and clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct site visits for investigation, construction support, and commissioning activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a specific focus on substation design .
• Proficiency in substation design software, including AutoCAD, CDEGS, or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of high-voltage equipment (transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear), protection relays, and control systems.
• Knowledge of power system analysis and simulation software is essential.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on significant infrastructure projects in the energy sector.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Supportive work environment with experienced engineering professionals.
• Contribution to the reliable delivery of electricity across the region.