Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Renewable Energy (Hybrid)

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer with a specialization in renewable energy to join our Randburg team. You will lead the electrical design of solar and wind projects from concept through documentation, ensuring compliance with IEEE/IEC standards and client specs.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in electrical design for renewable energy, experience with AutoCAD Electrical, PSS/E, ETAP, and a track record of delivering on large-scale projects in hybrid work environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in electrical design, with focus on renewable energy (solar, wind).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical, PSS/E, ETAP or similar tools.
• Thorough understanding of IEEE/IEC standards and safety regulations.
• Experience with energy storage systems and grid interconnection is desirable.
• Excellent project management, communication and problem-solving skills for a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design of utility-scale renewable energy projects, including site layout, single-line diagrams, and grounding systems.
• Develop detailed designs for medium/high-voltage collection systems, substations, and interconnection facilities.
• Prepare technical specifications for transformers, switchgear, inverters, and cables.
• Perform electrical studies including load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and grounding analysis.
• Review and approve design drawings, calculations, and submittals from vendors and contractors.
• Provide technical support during construction and commissioning in Randburg.

Skills

Electrical design

Renewable energy

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Hybrid work

Education

BEng in Electrical

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

PSS/E

ETAP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer with a specialization in renewable energy to join our Randburg team. You will lead the electrical design of solar and wind projects from concept through documentation, ensuring compliance with IEEE/IEC standards and client specs.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in electrical design for renewable energy, experience with AutoCAD Electrical, PSS/E, ETAP, and a track record of delivering on large-scale projects in hybrid work environments.