Jobs at Eskom in South Africa

Summary of Role:

The Grid & Electrical Engineer will be based in the Cape Town office and will be a member of the Engineering team. The role involves working across the Project Development Life Cycle (all stages of the GDS), providing technical support to Operations and Maintenance teams from a grid perspective. The engineer will liaise regularly with internal stakeholders and external partners, and will assume a lead Project Engineering role across a project portfolio from Development to Construction.

About Mainstream Renewable Power:

Mainstream is a leading independent developer of utility-scale renewable power plants, focusing on onshore and offshore wind, solar PV, and hybrid assets across LATAM, Africa, Europe, and APAC.

Responsibilities:

Grid:

• Ensure Grid Compliance by engaging with OEMs to determine plant specifications.
• Approve technical content of OEM changes and prepare specifications for new additions.
• Prepare documentation for RETEC submissions and liaise with RETEC and SBO regarding evaluations.
• Manage exemption requests, evaluate new products, and perform regular tests to ensure compliance with Grid Codes.
• Support construction on utility interactions, grid connection, and energisation.
• Audit handover documentation and assist with NERSA audits.
• Conduct Grid assessments, manage applications, and liaise with Eskom.

Electrical:

• Provide conceptual and detailed electrical & grid designs for renewable energy projects.
• Assist in reviewing technical design packages and assume a lead Project Engineering role.
• Review and manage Employer’s Requirements (ERs), participate in their updates, and liaise with regional teams.
• Engage with external consultants, produce reports, and ensure activities meet safety and quality standards.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum five years’ experience in project engineering for renewable energy projects.
• Valid registration with ECSA.
• Experience with medium & high voltage plant design, Grid Code compliance, and technical specifications.
• Excellent communication, report writing, IT skills, and ability to work under pressure.
• Unencumbered passport, driver’s license, and availability for travel and responsive communication.

What we offer:

Competitive salary, bonus scheme, pension, healthcare, life assurance, and potential share options in a dynamic, growth-oriented organization.