Transmission Line Engineer

Placements24; Upington; Ibrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Salary + incentives

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Training opportunities

Team environment

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Transmission Line Engineer for a hybrid role in Upington, SA. The position covers planning, design, construction and maintenance of high-voltage lines, balancing fieldwork with office engineering tasks.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years in HV line design, strong knowledge of IEC/IEEE standards, and proficiency with PLS-CADD/CAT. Join a key energy infrastructure project in the Northern Cape.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering required.
• Minimum 7 years of design and engineering of high-voltage transmission lines.
• Proficiency with transmission line design software (PLS-CADD, CAT).
• Knowledge of IEC/IEEE standards and environmental regulations.

Mansioni

• Design and engineer high-voltage transmission lines, including tower spotting and sag/tension calculations.
• Prepare detailed drawings, specifications and construction documents.
• Conduct site investigations, route selection, and feasibility studies for new projects.
• Oversee construction and commissioning, ensuring safety and design compliance.
• Collaborate with project managers, contractors and regulators throughout the lifecycle.
• Perform condition assessments and maintenance planning for existing assets.

Conoscenze

HV transmission design

PLS-CADD

Project management

Communication skills

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering

Strumenti

PLS-CADD

CAT software

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a significant entity in the Energy sector , is looking for an experienced Transmission Line Engineer to join their team in Upington . This role is essential for the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of high-voltage transmission lines, ensuring the efficient and reliable transfer of electricity across vast distances. You will be involved in projects that are critical to the regional power infrastructure, working within a team dedicated to excellence and innovation in energy transmission. This hybrid position balances essential fieldwork with office-based engineering tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineer high-voltage transmission lines, including tower spotting, conductor selection, and sag/tension calculations.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Conduct site investigations, feasibility studies, and route selection for new transmission line projects.
• Oversee the construction and commissioning phases, ensuring compliance with design and safety standards.
• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and regulatory bodies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Perform condition assessments and develop maintenance strategies for existing transmission line assets.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in the design and engineering of high-voltage transmission lines .
• Proficiency with transmission line design software (e.g., PLS-CADD, CAT).
• Strong understanding of relevant industry standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE) and environmental regulations.
• Experience with project management principles and construction oversight.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Opportunity to work on major infrastructure projects within the power transmission network.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive team environment committed to advancing energy infrastructure.