Substation Engineer

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Hybrid work environment

Exposure to regional substations

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking a seasoned Substation Engineer to design, implement, and maintain electrical substation infrastructure within the Western Cape energy network. You will lead projects from concept to commissioning, ensuring high‑voltage safety, reliability, and compliance with international standards, while collaborating with a skilled team and advancing regional grid resilience.

The role offers professional development, performance bonuses, and exposure to key substations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of substation engineering or power system design.
• Strong knowledge of high-voltage equipment and relays.
• Experience with CAD and electrical simulation tools.
• Excellent project management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer electrical systems for substations, including protection and power systems.
• Prepare specs, drawings, and calculations for equipment layouts.
• Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of substation components.
• Conduct site investigations and risk assessments; provide technical support.
• Ensure compliance with electrical standards and safety regulations.
• Analyze data and recommend improvements for reliability.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Substation design

Protection relays

SCADA

CAD software

Electrical simulation tools

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Simulation tools

SCADA software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proficient Substation Engineer to design, implement, and maintain electrical substation infrastructure in Mossel Bay. This role is crucial for ensuring the reliable transmission and distribution of power within the region's energy network. You will be involved in all stages of substation projects, from conceptual design to commissioning, collaborating with a team of experts to deliver robust and efficient solutions. The position offers a significant opportunity to contribute to the modernization and resilience of the energy infrastructure in the Western Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineer electrical systems for new and existing substations, including protection, control, and power systems.
• Prepare technical specifications, drawings, and calculations for substation equipment and layouts.
• Oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of substation components and systems.
• Conduct site investigations, risk assessments, and provide technical support during construction and operation.
• Ensure compliance with national and international electrical standards and safety regulations.
• Analyze operational data and recommend improvements for substation performance and reliability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in substation engineering or power system design.
• Strong knowledge of high-voltage equipment, protection relays, and SCADA systems.
• Experience with CAD software and electrical simulation tools.
• Excellent project management and communication skills.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Professional development opportunities and support for further certifications.
• Hybrid work environment allowing for flexibility and collaboration.
• Exposure to key projects within the regional energy distribution network.