Senior Grid & Electrical Engineer: Renewable Energy Leader

SET Recruitment Consultants; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

SET Recruitment Consultants is seeking a Senior Grid & Electrical Engineer to lead grid connection, electrical engineering and SCADA-related scopes across major renewable energy projects in South Africa, including wind, solar PV and battery energy storage systems (BESS).

The role requires a BEng or BTech in Electrical Engineering, 7+ years of power engineering experience, and registration with ECSA (PrEng/PrTech or near) plus strong SA grid knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level electrical engineering degree required.
• 7+ years of relevant power engineering experience.
• Registered as PrEng or PrTech with ECSA or close to registration.
• Strong SA grid connection experience including Eskom/NERSA engagement.
• Experience with HV/MV infrastructure, substations or balance of plant on renewable/utility-scale.
• Knowledge of SA Grid Codes; DIgSILENT PowerFactory proficiency.
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead grid connection strategies and manage engagements with Eskom and NERSA.
• Oversee grid compliance, substation design reviews and HV/MV electrical infrastructure.
• Review and approve electrical designs, technical specs and contractor submissions.
• Provide technical oversight of SCADA and PPC systems.
• Manage engineering scopes, assess technical risks and support project delivery.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Grid connection engineering

Technical leadership

Risk assessment

Mentorship

Education

BEng or BTech in Electrical Engineering

PrEng/PrTech (ECSA) registration or near

Tools

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

PSCAD/PSSE

SCADA systems

Job description

SET Recruitment Consultants is seeking a Senior Grid & Electrical Engineer to lead grid connection, electrical engineering and SCADA-related scopes across major renewable energy projects in South Africa, including wind, solar PV and battery energy storage systems (BESS).

The role requires a BEng or BTech in Electrical Engineering, 7+ years of power engineering experience, and registration with ECSA (PrEng/PrTech or near) plus strong SA grid knowledge.