Senior Substation Engineer – HV Design & Projects

Placements24; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Substation Engineer in Richards Bay to lead design, construction, and maintenance of high‑voltage substations essential to the region’s power supply. You will ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency of power assets while collaborating with project teams and field personnel.

You will design equipment, create diagrams and layouts, conduct site inspections, and manage commissioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in substation design and engineering.
• Experience with high‑voltage substation principles, safety practices, and relevant standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify substation electrical equipment including transformers, switchgear, busbars, and protection relays.
• Develop single-line diagrams, schematics, and layout drawings for substation projects.
• Conduct site inspections and oversee construction and commissioning of substations and upgrades.
• Perform substation maintenance planning and troubleshoot faults and equipment failures.
• Ensure all designs and installations comply with national/international standards (NRS, IEC).
• Prepare technical reports, cost estimates, and project documentation.

Skills

Teamwork

Project management

CAD software proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Substation design tools

Protection and control systems software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Substation Engineer in Richards Bay to lead design, construction, and maintenance of high‑voltage substations essential to the region’s power supply. You will ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency of power assets while collaborating with project teams and field personnel.

You will design equipment, create diagrams and layouts, conduct site inspections, and manage commissioning.