Senior Electrical Engineer

The Talent Experts; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 1 615 000 - 1 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer in Cape Town to drive the connection of large-scale renewable projects. You will engage confidently with stakeholders, ensure compliance, and guide teams while enjoying a highly competitive package of up to R1.9 million per annum, along with a performance bonus and hybrid working policy.

Benefits

Performance bonus

Medical aid contribution

Hybrid working policy

Qualifications

• Proven MV / HV and substation design expertise.
• Experience in EPCs, IPPs, or consulting.
• Ability to produce detailed designs.

Responsibilities

• Drive aspects of connecting large-scale renewable projects.
• Design and review systems for compliance and resolve field issues.
• Guide junior engineers and set benchmarks for quality.

Skills

Detailed design expertise

Knowledge of grid codes

Stakeholder engagement

Compliance management

Education

Qualified Electrical Engineer

Job description

Introduction

Take the lead in connecting utility‑scale renewable projects to South Africa's grid. Is this you? You’re an experienced electrical engineer who thrives on solving complex grid challenges. Confident in your technical expertise, you’re equally comfortable engaging with utilities, consultants, and clients, while guiding teams and mentoring colleagues. You balance independence with collaboration, make informed decisions under pressure, and take pride in ensuring projects meet the highest standards of compliance and performance.

What you’ll be doing (and why you’ll enjoy it)

• Drive all aspects of connecting large‑scale renewable projects to the MV / HV utility interface.
• From development through commissioning, design and review systems for compliance, resolve field issues, and act as the key technical contact for stakeholders.
• Prepare and review specifications, single‑line diagrams, and BoQs, ensuring adherence to grid codes and international standards.
• Participate in feasibility studies, contract reviews, and permitting processes, while providing guidance to junior engineers and helping set benchmarks for quality and innovation.

Where you’ll be doing it

Our client is a global leader in renewable energy, delivering solar, wind, and hybrid projects across the world. Locally, they've already installed more than MW and continue to play a pivotal role in South Africa's transition to sustainable energy. With a collaborative culture and strong international footprint, they offer the chance to contribute to cutting‑edge projects while developing your career within a supportive, growth‑driven environment.

What you’ll need

• Qualified Electrical Engineer, ideally professionally registered (Pr. Eng). Proven MV / HV and substation design expertise.
• Strong knowledge of grid codes and their application to renewable projects.
• Experience in EPCs, IPPs, or consulting.
• Ability to produce detailed designs, manage compliance, and engage confidently with utilities and stakeholders.

What you’ll get

A highly competitive package of up to R1.9 million per annum, plus performance bonus, medical aid contribution, and a hybrid working policy. Beyond the numbers, you’ll be part of an ISO‑certified international business that values collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence, with opportunities to work on world‑leading renewable projects.

How to apply

For a confidential discussion please contact Lisa‑Mari Jordan or send your CV to the following. We appreciate that your CV might not be fully up to date. No problem – just send us what you have. We do respond to everyone ‑ just give us a few days to work through your application.