Senior Project Engineer

H-E Parts; Midvaal Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 850 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company seeks a Senior Project Engineer in Modderfontein, Gauteng. The role involves overseeing high voltage protection systems and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in English and Arabic, along with strong teamwork and communication skills, are essential. This position fosters a culture of safety and integrity while pursuing continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in SAS/SCADA domain.
• Knowledge of substation primary equipment & basic protection functions.
• Proficiency in spoken & written English and Arabic.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engineering design including schematics and document reviews.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external regulations.
• Act as champion for company processes and continuous improvement.

Skills

High voltage protection and control systems

Substation automation systems

AutoCAD

Good communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical or Automation Control)

Tools

SCADA

Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

Job description

Location: Modderfontein, Gauteng, South Africa

Job ID: R0095415

Date Posted: 2025-06-04

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SOUTH AFRICA (PTY) LTD

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

The opportunity

You as a Senior Project Engineer will be part of Hitachi Energy business based in Modernities, South Africa. A Specialist Professional is a recognized subject matter expert in job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience.

How you’ll make an impact

• You will be hands on experience with high voltage protection and control system engineering design including schematics preparation, review of engineering documents, protection relay configuration, testing commissioning or troubleshooting.
• You will be power system, substation and MV/HV switchgear knowledge is an advantage.
• Familiarity with substation automation systems, Remote Terminal Unit (RTU), Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Gateways will be a key differentiator. Conversant with design tools like AutoCAD or equivalent for substation layouts, cable schedules, wiring and termination charts.
• You will be good verbal and written communication skills are essential, proven ability to handle customer comments and approval responses to support project manager in project engineering is a must.
• Acting as the champion for Hitachi Energy processes and policies, contributes to development of standard processes and work instructions by adopting Hitachi internal as well as industry best practices. Ensures lessons learned from all execution are analyzed and conclusions are incorporated as continuous improvement actions.
• You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering Major in Electrical or Automation Control or similar field is required.
• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience in SAS/SCADA domain.
• Knowledge of substation primary equipment & basic protection functions is desirable.
• Behavioral & Leadership Competencies: Deliver Results - Prioritize, Act, Achieve.
• Results orientation - drive to exceed goals & improve business practices for higher performance levels.
• Teamwork & collaboration - actively demonstrate teamwork & facilitate collaboration.
• Act responsibly with safety, Integrity & transparency.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English and Arabic language is required.

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