Senior Electrical Engineer: Power Systems & Protection

Ioco Pty Ltd; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer in Pretoria to lead design and commissioning of protection systems for power networks. The ideal candidate has 5-8 years' experience, strong knowledge of SCADA systems, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. Responsibilities include mentoring junior engineers, client engagement, and ensuring system performance compliance. This role requires local and international travel, with a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years in Power System Protection, Telecontrol, and Substation Automation.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers.
• Proven track record in commissioning and fault analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and approval of protection and telecontrol systems.
• Perform complex system studies and relay coordination.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers.
• Prepare and review technical reports and project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.

Skills

Power System Protection

Relaying settings

Substation Automation

SCADA / RTU integration

Communication protocols

Technical report writing

Engineering design software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional registration with ECSA (PrEng)

Postgraduate degree in power systems protection or automation

Tools

AutoCAD

ZWCAD

Microstation

DigSilent Powerfactory

Matlab Simulink

PowerSim

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer in Pretoria to lead design and commissioning of protection systems for power networks. The ideal candidate has 5-8 years' experience, strong knowledge of SCADA systems, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. Responsibilities include mentoring junior engineers, client engagement, and ensuring system performance compliance. This role requires local and international travel, with a hybrid work environment.