Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer - HV/MV Power Systems

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer for a key role in Soweto, Gauteng. You will lead the energization, testing and commissioning of electrical power systems, developing plans, executing tests and solving issues to meet safety and performance standards.

You will read complex electrical drawings, supervise technicians, and coordinate with project managers and contractors to deliver safe, compliant and well-documented commissioning outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in commissioning electrical power systems and equipment.
• Strong knowledge of HV and MV systems, switchgear, transformers and protection relays.
• Proficiency with electrical testing equipment and instruments.
• Solid understanding of electrical safety procedures and LOTO protocols.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical drawings and specs.
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive electrical commissioning plans and procedures.
• Perform pre-energization checks, functional tests, and final commissioning of electrical equipment and systems.
• Ensure commissioning activities comply with safety regulations and company policies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical faults during commissioning.
• Interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs and drawings to guide testing.
• Prepare commissioning reports, test results and handover docs.
• Coordinate with project managers, site engineers and contractors during commissioning phases.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
• Maintain accurate records of commissioning activities and equipment status.

Skills

HV/MV systems

Switchgear

Transformers

Protection relays

Electrical testing

Electrical drawings

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer for a key role in Soweto, Gauteng. You will lead the energization, testing and commissioning of electrical power systems, developing plans, executing tests and solving issues to meet safety and performance standards.

You will read complex electrical drawings, supervise technicians, and coordinate with project managers and contractors to deliver safe, compliant and well-documented commissioning outcomes.