Senior Substation Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Career progression

Professional development support

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Substation Engineer in Randburg to lead HV substation design and project execution. You will manage protection schemes, fault analysis, and coordination studies while guiding teams through construction and commissioning.

The ideal candidate has a power systems background, 7+ years of HV experience, and familiarity with grid codes. This role offers growth within a leading energy company and a competitive package.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering with Power Systems specialization.
• Minimum 7 years of HV substation design and engineering experience.
• Knowledge of grid standards, protection, and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and engineering of new substations (132kV+).
• Develop specs, drawings, and BOM for equipment and construction.
• Oversee construction, commissioning, testing to standards.
• Perform fault analysis and protection coordination studies.
• Guide project teams and field personnel.

Skills

HV substation design

Protection coordination

Fault analysis

Project leadership

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

Substation design software

Protection relay settings software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Substation Engineer to join their expanding team in Randburg . This role is crucial for the design, implementation, and maintenance of high-voltage electrical substations that form the backbone of the energy distribution network. You will lead complex engineering projects, ensuring the integrity, reliability, and safety of substation infrastructure. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in substation design and operations, a deep understanding of grid standards, and the ability to manage projects from inception to completion within a dynamic and challenging operational landscape in Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and engineering of new electrical substations, including protection, control, and power systems.
• Develop technical specifications, drawings, and Bill of Materials for substation equipment and construction.
• Oversee the construction, commissioning, and testing of substations, ensuring adherence to design and safety standards.
• Perform detailed fault analysis and protection coordination studies for complex power systems.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to project teams, junior engineers, and field personnel.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to substation operations and equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in the design and engineering of high-voltage substations (e.g., 132kV and above).
• Proficiency in substation design software and protection relay settings software.
• Thorough understanding of power system protection principles , grid codes, and relevant industry standards.
• Experience in project management and site supervision during construction and commissioning phases.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-driven incentives.
• Opportunities to work on significant electrical infrastructure projects .
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous leave policy and professional development support.
• A dynamic work environment offering career progression within a leading energy company.