Senior Electrical Engineer - Renewable Energy (Hybrid)

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pension plan

Life insurance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with a renewable energy focus to join a hybrid team in Klerksdorp. You will design, develop, and implement electrical systems for solar, wind, and storage, collaborating with project managers and external consultants to deliver cost-effective solutions.

The role requires a strong grasp of power systems, grid codes, and interconnection processes, with experience across construction, commissioning, and operation phases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 6+ years of experience in electrical engineering with renewables.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and ETAP.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for renewable energy plants (PV, wind, storage).
• Prepare detailed drawings, specs, and calculations.
• Ensure designs meet national/international codes and standards.
• Review contractor proposals and equipment submittals.
• Collaborate with grid operators on interconnection studies.

Skills

Electrical design software

Power systems analysis

Protection schemes

Grid interconnection

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

ETAP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with a renewable energy focus to join a hybrid team in Klerksdorp. You will design, develop, and implement electrical systems for solar, wind, and storage, collaborating with project managers and external consultants to deliver cost-effective solutions.

The role requires a strong grasp of power systems, grid codes, and interconnection processes, with experience across construction, commissioning, and operation phases.