Senior HV Substation Engineer - Design & Project Lead

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Substation Engineer for the Nelspruit, Mpumalanga region to lead HV substation design and project execution. You will oversee protection, control systems, and interface with procurement and site teams.

The role requires 7+ years in HV substations, a strong background in IEC/SANS standards, and experience in project management. Bachelor in Electrical Engineering; Master preferred.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience in high-voltage substations design and project management.
• Experience with substations 132 kV and above and current protection schemes.
• Strong knowledge of IEC/SANS standards and related safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design of high-voltage substations, including single-line diagrams and equipment specs.
• Develop protection and control schemes for substation equipment.
• Prepare technical specs for transformers, switchgear, relays, and oversee procurement.
• Review and approve designs, calculations, and drawings from internal teams and consultants.
• Manage substation projects, ensuring schedules, budgets, and quality compliance.
• Coordinate with site construction, commissioning, and utility operations teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Substation design

Protection schemes

Control systems

Project management

Power systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Power Systems

Tools

Power system analysis software

Substation design tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Substation Engineer for the Nelspruit, Mpumalanga region to lead HV substation design and project execution. You will oversee protection, control systems, and interface with procurement and site teams.

The role requires 7+ years in HV substations, a strong background in IEC/SANS standards, and experience in project management. Bachelor in Electrical Engineering; Master preferred.