Substation Engineer

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical aid and退休fund

Company-provided vehicle or travel-允许

Specialized training and development

Upington, Northern Cape project access

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Substation Engineer for Upington, Northern Cape. You will design, develop, and manage electrical substations for reliable power delivery, working on HV equipment, protection, and control systems.

Responsibilities include project management from concept to commissioning, site assessments, testing, and producing technical reports and as-built drawings while maintaining safety and compliance with IEC/NRS standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Minimum 6 years in substation design, construction, or operations.
• Experience with high-voltage equipment and protection relays.
• Ability to interpret complex technical drawings and specs.
• Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng) registration is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer substations including layouts and single-line diagrams.
• Develop protection and control schemes for substation equipment.
• Manage projects from conceptualization to commissioning.
• Perform site assessments and feasibility studies.
• Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning.

Skills

Substation design

Project management

High-voltage equipment knowledge

Protection & control systems

Technical drawings interpretation

Design software

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical design software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading electrical infrastructure company, is seeking a dedicated Substation Engineer to join their team in **Upington, Northern Cape**. This role involves the design, development, project management, and maintenance of electrical substations, playing a critical part in ensuring the reliable delivery of power. You will work on projects involving high-voltage equipment, protection systems, and control technologies. This is a key position for an experienced engineer to contribute to vital energy infrastructure projects in the **Upington** region, supporting industrial and community needs. You will leverage your technical expertise in a demanding yet rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineer electrical substations, including equipment specifications, layouts, and single-line diagrams.
• Develop protection and control schemes for substation equipment (circuit breakers, transformers, busbars).
• Manage substation projects from conceptualization through to commissioning.
• Perform site assessments and feasibility studies for new substation developments.
• Oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of substation equipment.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards (e.g., IEC, NRS) and safety regulations.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with substation equipment and protection systems.
• Collaborate with project managers, construction teams, and clients.
• Prepare technical reports, project documentation, and as-built drawings.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety throughout all project phases.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in substation design, construction, or operations.
• Strong knowledge of high-voltage equipment (transformers, switchgear, breakers, insulators).
• Experience with substation protection relays and control systems.
• Proficiency in relevant design and simulation software.
• Understanding of electrical codes and standards applicable to substations.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret complex technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng) registration is a significant advantage.
• Experience working in the **Upington** area or with power infrastructure in the **Northern Cape** is beneficial.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary of R per annum .
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for specialized training and development.
• Company-provided vehicle or travel allowance.
• Involvement in critical infrastructure projects in **Upington, Northern Cape**.
• Stable and supportive work environment.
• Potential for career growth within the organization.