Senior Electrical Engineer/ Technologist

Lesedi Nuclear Services Pty. Ltd.; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Lesedi Nuclear Services Pty. Ltd. in Cape Town seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer/Technologist to lead the electrical engineering function in nuclear design projects.

You will deliver compliant, safe, and technically sound designs while supporting tendering and project execution across multidisciplinary teams. The role requires extensive experience in nuclear projects, strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, and the ability to coordinate complex design and cost-estimation activities, ensuring

Qualifications

• Degree in electrical engineering and professional registration as Pr Eng/Pr Tech.
• Experience with nuclear codes, standards and QA systems.
• 10+ years multidisciplinary engineering design in nuclear projects.
• Tendering, cost estimation and project execution exposure.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design and development for nuclear projects.
• Manage Electrical section and coordinate staff.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and project schedules.
• Prepare technical specs, BOQs, and cost estimates.
• Support testing, commissioning, and site investigations.
• Ensure compliance with safety, QA and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Nuclear engineering principles

Electrical power system design

Regulatory compliance

Safety & quality standards

Project coordination

Education

BSc/BEng/BTech in Electrical Engineering

Registered Professional Engineer/Technologist (Pr. Eng or Pr. Tech) with ESCA

Safety Evaluator status (e.g., 10 CFR 50.59 or equivalent)

Tools

ETAP

Job description

PURPOSE OF ROLE

We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer/Technologist to lead and manage the Electrical Engineering function within nuclear design projects. The successful candidate will deliver compliant, safe, and technically sound electrical designs, support tendering and project execution, and provide specialist expertise across multidisciplinary teams — all while ensuring strict adherence to nuclear regulatory, quality, and safety standards.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Electrical Design & Engineering Development

• Develop and review electrical designs in line with project specifications and nuclear standards
• Perform electrical calculations (cable sizing, voltage drop, short circuit, load flow studies)
• Participate in concept and detailed design phases
• Conduct site investigations and gather design input data for brownfield projects
• Ensure all designs comply with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements

Project & Technical Management

• Manage the Electrical section and coordinate team activities
• Plan and allocate engineering resources to meet project timelines
• Interface and coordinate with other engineering disciplines
• Provide input into project schedules and deliverables tracking
• Monitor progress and resolve technical issues during project execution

Tendering & Cost Estimation

• Analyse client requirements and define project electrical scope
• Prepare technical specifications for procurement
• Compile Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and equipment classifications
• Contribute to cost estimations and commercial proposals
• Develop and review tender documentation and submissions

Nuclear Safety & Compliance Assurance

• Compile safety screenings, evaluations, and justifications
• Develop safety cases for installation and design approval
• Ensure compliance with nuclear codes, standards, and regulatory frameworks
• Review and approve Electrical Certificates of Compliance (CoCs)
• Maintain adherence to QA systems (ISO, ASME, IAEA standards)

Project Execution, Testing & Commissioning

• Support fabrication and installation phases of projects
• Participate in testing and commissioning activities
• Ensure plant documentation is updated and maintained
• Verify system performance against design requirements
• Provide technical support during project close-out

QUALIFICATION

• BSc/BEng/BTech in Electrical Engineering
• Registered as a Professional Engineer/Technologist (Pr. Eng or Pr. Tech) with ESCA
• Recognised or authorised Safety Evaluator status (e.g., 10 CFR 50.59 or equivalent) required

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 10-15 years' relevant experience in multidisciplinary engineering design
• Proven experience in nuclear projects, preferably on PWR facilities
• Experience in design, tendering, and project execution environments

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge

• Nuclear engineering principles and PWR systems
• Nuclear codes, standards, and regulatory frameworks
• Electrical power system design and analysis
• OHS Act and safety regulations
• Quality systems (ISO, ASME, IAEA)
• Engineering software tools (e.g., ETAP)

Skills

• Advanced electrical design and analytical capability
• Technical report writing and documentation
• Project planning and coordination
• Cost estimation and tender preparation
• Stakeholder and multidisciplinary coordination
• Problem-solving and decision-making

Behaviours

• Strong attention to detail and quality focus
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proactive and self-driven
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Team-oriented with leadership capability
• Adaptable and willing to travel and work flexible hours

Should you not hear from us within 21 days of the closing of the advert, kindly regard your application to have been unsuccessful.