Professionally Registered Electrical Engineer -

Executive Placements; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Professionally Registered Electrical Engineer to join the Substation Engineering team. The role involves leading the design and oversight of HV and MV substation projects, ensuring compliance with standards and client requirements. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and professional registration. Proficiency in design tools and strong project coordination skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Professional registration as Pr Eng is mandatory.
• Experience in HV / MV substation design needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead substation primary and secondary design.
• Prepare technical reports and design calculations.
• Conduct site inspections and quality checks.

Skills

HV / MV substation design

Technical oversight

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Registration: Pr Eng

Tools

ETAP

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

We are seeking a

Professionally Registered Electrical Engineer

to join our Substation Engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, specification, and technical oversight of HV and MV substation projects, ensuring compliance with applicable standards, client requirements, and project timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute substation primary and secondary design for HV / MV networks.
• Prepare single‑line diagrams, schematics, protection settings, equipment specifications, and BOMs.
• Perform load flow, short‑circuit, and protection coordination studies.
• Provide technical support during procurement, construction, installation, and commissioning.
• Ensure designs comply with NESC, IEC, IEEE, SANS, or other relevant standards.
• Conduct site inspections, quality checks, and technical audits for ongoing projects.
• Coordinate with utilities, EPC contractors, and other engineering disciplines.
• Prepare technical reports, design calculations, and project documentation.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (B.Eng / BSc or equivalent).
• Professional Registration: Pr Eng.
• Minimum years of experience in HV / MV substation design and engineering.
• Proven experience with kVkV and 11kV33kV systems (depending on region).
• Proficiency in design and analysis tools such as ETAP, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSCAD, AutoCAD, Revit, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of substation equipment (transformers, switchgear, protection relays, CTs / VTs, control and protection panels).
• Excellent communication, report‑writing, and project coordination skills.