Senior Electrical Engineer - Water

Assegai Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 75 000 - 95 000; Full time

Job summary

An established engineering consultancy in Johannesburg is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to provide technical support for water projects. This role involves designing electrical systems, mentoring junior staff, and engaging with clients on innovative infrastructure projects. Candidates must have a BSc/BEng or BTech in Electrical Engineering and ECSA registration. Relevant experience in electrical design and knowledge of standards is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Professional experience in Electrical design engineering within a consulting environment.
• Understanding of complex design drawings and documentation.
• Experience with design tools and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical input for substation construction and upgrades.
• Conduct studies and design electrical power systems.
• Participate in project planning and documentation.

Skills

Technical support for feasibility studies

Electrical distribution design

Mentoring junior staff

Client engagement

Knowledge of electrical design standards

Education

BSc/BEng. or BTech in Electrical Engineering

Professional registration with ECSA

Tools

Design software

SANS 10142-1 standards

Job description

The Water Engineering team of an internationally respected engineering consultancy is currently looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer experienced on water projects to join them in working on innovative and exciting infrastructure projects in South Africa and globally.

Key aspects of the role include providing technical support for feasibility studies, investigations, and project inputs, as well as answer technical queries and contribute to holistic solution designs. Your expert technical knowledge and integrated designs will play a crucial role in the successful and timely execution of projects.

Project input will include :

• Provide technical input for substation construction, refurbishment, and upgrades.
• Conduct electrical distribution studies and design HV / LV electrical power systems, control systems, SCADA, and telemetry.
• Offer support and training to junior staff and the wider team.
• Participate in or lead studies for project planning and contract documentation.
• Contribute to the development of sub-consultancy agreements.
• Attend client and multi-disciplinary meetings.
• Visit project sites and provide specialist advice and support to colleagues.

Requirements :

• BSc / BEng. or BTech in Electrical Engineering degree
• Professional registration with ECSA (or other appropriate institution)
• Experience in a professional Electrical design engineering capacity either within a consulting environment or working closely with a consultancy, Understanding and experience of the SANS 10142-1, national and international standards
• Understanding and experience of producing and interpreting complex or detailed design drawings and documentation.
• Specialist knowledge : either developing or developed within at least one specialist area of Electrical engineering.
• Experience of working in roles where knowledge of Electrical engineering and in particular, design, was a key attribute.
• Knowledge of relevant design tools, techniques and related methods e.g. IT systems, Trimble etc. Competent with design software as well as other standard products.