Senior Power Distribution Engineer — Substations & Projects

Placements24

Vereeniging

On-site

ZAR 900,000 - 1,100,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Medical & dental benefits
Retirement benefits
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Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with expertise in power distribution to design, plan and supervise distribution networks for industrial and commercial facilities. You will lead projects, ensure safety and reliability, and mentor junior staff while coordinating with stakeholders.

This role emphasizes applying ETAP and CYME for analysis, grid operations, and protection schemes to deliver safe, reliable power delivery in the Gauteng region.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Minimum 6 years in electrical power distribution.
  • Proficiency with ETAP and CYME for power system analysis.
  • Strong knowledge of grid operations, protection schemes, and standards.
  • Experience with project management and site supervision.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop electrical distribution systems, including substations, overhead lines, and underground cabling.
  • Perform load forecasting, fault analysis, and protection system design for distribution networks.
  • Oversee installation, commissioning, and maintenance of electrical distribution equipment.
  • Ensure compliance with electrical codes, standards, and safety regulations.
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources for distribution network upgrades.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff.

Skills

Load forecasting
Fault analysis
Protection system design
Project management
Site supervision
Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP
CYME

Job description

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with expertise in power distribution to design, plan and supervise distribution networks for industrial and commercial facilities. You will lead projects, ensure safety and reliability, and mentor junior staff while coordinating with stakeholders.

This role emphasizes applying ETAP and CYME for analysis, grid operations, and protection schemes to deliver safe, reliable power delivery in the Gauteng region.

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