Senior Electrical Engineer – PV & Industrial Power Systems

Lesedi Nuclear Services Pty. Ltd.; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Lesedi Nuclear Services Pty. Ltd. seeks a senior electrical engineer to lead multi-disciplinary power project design, from LV/MV systems to PV and renewables.

The role involves ensuring SA Grid Code compliance, mentoring junior staff, and guiding tendering, procurement, testing and commissioning across industrial plants. A strong background in protection, switchgear, earthing, and safety standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Technical report writing to standards and formats.
• Clear, concise communication across teams.
• Ability to solve complex electrical design problems.
• Strong planning and time-management skills to meet tight schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead LV and MV systems engineering across multi-disciplinary projects.
• Design electrical systems for industrial plants and PV/renewable installations.
• Design LV/MV Motor Control Centres and reticulation.
• Ensure SA Grid Code compliance and interface with other disciplines.
• Manage procurement, tendering, and testing/commissioning activities.
• Mentor junior personnel and assist with tender compilations.

Skills

Technical report writing

Communication skills

Problem solving

Planning & time management

Education

BSc Eng in Electrical Engineering

ECSA Professional Engineer

Tools

ETAP

DigSilent

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lesedi Nuclear Services Pty. Ltd. seeks a senior electrical engineer to lead multi-disciplinary power project design, from LV/MV systems to PV and renewables.

The role involves ensuring SA Grid Code compliance, mentoring junior staff, and guiding tendering, procurement, testing and commissioning across industrial plants. A strong background in protection, switchgear, earthing, and safety standards is essential.