Senior Substation Engineer (HV/EHV) - Design & Deployment

RPO Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established recruitment firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer specializing in substations. The role involves challenging tasks in high-voltage transmission systems design and delivery. Candidates should possess a degree in Electrical Engineering, 8+ years of experience, and professional registration with ECSA. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in design software are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience.
• Professionally registered with ECSA (PrEng or PrTech), or eligible for registration.
• Able to think analytically and act with initiative in complex project environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deliver high-voltage transmission systems.
• Procurement of electrical equipment for large infrastructure projects.
• Commissioning of substations (advantageous).
• Optimize high-voltage electrical systems.

Skills

HV and EHV transmission systems

Electrical substation design

Strong stakeholder communication

Problem-solving skills

Procurement of electrical plant

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Proficiency in MicroStation

Proficiency in CDEGS

Proficiency in ETAP

Proficiency in DIgSILENT

Education

BSc, BEng, or BTech in Electrical Engineering

Job description

A well-established recruitment firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer specializing in substations. The role involves challenging tasks in high-voltage transmission systems design and delivery. Candidates should possess a degree in Electrical Engineering, 8+ years of experience, and professional registration with ECSA. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in design software are essential.