Senior HV Electrical Engineer – Substations & Grid Projects

MSP Staffing (PTY) LTD

Johannesburg

On-site

ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

MSP Staffing (PTY) LTD is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer with strong HV expertise to lead the design, review and delivery of complex electrical projects. You will provide technical leadership across substations, transmission and distribution networks, from concept through construction and commissioning.

Responsibilities include leading HV designs, preparing drawings and specs, ensuring Eskom/Grid/IEC compliance, and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

BTech, BEng or BSc in Electrical Engineering.
7–10 years of relevant electrical engineering experience.
Proven HV experience covering substations, transmission and distribution networks, HV reticulation and protection systems.
ECSA Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration preferred.
Strong leadership, mentoring and client liaison skills.
Sound knowledge of HV systems, protection, earthing and applicable compliance standards.

Responsibilities

Lead HV electrical engineering designs for substations, switching stations, HV reticulation and networks.
Prepare, review and approve engineering drawings, calculations and documentation.
Ensure compliance with Eskom standards, Grid Code, NRS, IEC, SANS, OHSA and regs.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.
Liaise with clients, contractors, Eskom, consultants, suppliers and project teams.
Support feasibility studies, tender evaluations and cost estimates.
Provide site-based engineering support, including inspections and commissioning.
Identify technical risks and develop safe, cost-effective solutions.
Ensure projects meet safety, quality, programme and budget requirements.