Senior Electrical Project Engineer - Renewable Energy (Hybrid)

Placements24; Pretoria; Híbrido; ZAR 1.000.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Career growth opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Project Engineer to join our Pretoria team. You will lead electrical design, installation and commissioning for utility-scale solar and wind projects, ensuring safety, quality and performance standards.

The role requires a strong background in HV systems, grid interconnection and project management, with hybrid work and site travel. Pr.Eng/ECSA registration is highly desirable.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• 6+ years in electrical engineering project management within renewable energy.
• Experience with design, installation and commissioning of high-voltage systems.
• Knowledge of power electronics, grid interconnection standards and protection systems.
• Proficiency with electrical design software and simulation tools.
• Hybrid work environment with travel to project sites around Pretoria.

Responsabilidades

• Lead electrical design for utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Develop schematics, single-line diagrams and equipment specifications for solar PV and wind plants.
• Manage electrical scope of work for EPC contractors, ensuring timelines and budgets.
• Oversee procurement of electrical equipment including inverters, transformers and switchgear.
• Conduct site inspections and QA during construction and commissioning in Gauteng.
• Perform load calculations, fault studies and grid connection studies.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety regulations and interconnection standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams and grid operators/regulators.
• Provide technical support through project lifecycle.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.

Conocimientos

Electrical design

Project management

HV systems

SCADA knowledge

Mentoring

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Herramientas

Electrical design software

Simulation tools

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Project Engineer to join our Pretoria team. You will lead electrical design, installation and commissioning for utility-scale solar and wind projects, ensuring safety, quality and performance standards.

The role requires a strong background in HV systems, grid interconnection and project management, with hybrid work and site travel. Pr.Eng/ECSA registration is highly desirable.