Professional Electrical Engineer

Introduction

If you’re passionate about electrical engineering and sustainability, and you’re ready to take your career to the next level — this opportunity is for you. Apply today!

A dynamic and innovative Engineering Consulting firm, is looking for the full-time expertise of a registered ECSA Electrical Engineer (Professional registration) or Electrical Engineering Technologist to join their Electrical Engineering Department based in Cape Town.

You will work on a diverse range of multi-disciplinary projects across infrastructure, building services, and renewable energy, with particular emphasis on sustainable and energy-efficient solutions.

This role requires an experienced and registered professional to lead the electrical engineering aspects of large-scale renewable energy projects, with a strong focus on solar PV and wind, in the Western Cape and other Provinces in South Africa.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• This position demands a sound technical understanding of renewable energy systems, as well as a strong grasp of local and international standards and regulations.
• Project Leadership & Management: Take ownership of the electrical engineering design, integration, and execution of utility-scale renewable energy projects (e.g., utility-scale solar farms, wind farms, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)).
• Design & Technical Expertise:
  • Lead and perform electrical design work for both medium and high-voltage substations and reticulation, including grid connections.
  • Develop and maintain technical specifications, single-line diagrams, and other electrical design documentation.
  • Conduct feasibility studies, energy yield analysis, and performance ratio evaluations.
  • Utilize and be proficient in industry-standard software for PV design (e.g., PVSyst, PVCase, SAM), electrical system modeling, and network analysis.
• Compliance & Standards:
  • Ensure all electrical designs and installations comply with relevant South African national standards (SANS), particularly SANS 10142-1, and international codes.
  • Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the latest applicable electrical codes, regulations, and industry trends, particularly those related to the South African energy sector, grid codes (e.g., NRS 097), and procurement processes.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, civil engineers, mechanical engineers, and commercial teams.
  • Interface with external stakeholders, including Eskom, municipalities, consultants, and contractors.
  • Provide expert technical input for tender preparation, commercial negotiations, and contract management (EPC and O&M).
• Risk & Quality Management:
  • Identify and assess technical risks associated with electrical systems and propose effective mitigation strategies.
  • Oversee the quality assurance and quality control of electrical installations during construction and commissioning.
• Mentorship & Development: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and project team members.

Requirements

Qualifications & Professional Registration:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.Eng. or B.Sc. Eng.) or equivalent, with a specialization in Electrical Engineering from an ECSA-accredited institution.
• Mandatory: Professional Registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.).
• A further qualification (e.g., M.Eng. or M.Sc.) in a related field such as Renewable Energy is highly advantageous.

Experience:

• Mandatory: More than 7 years of post-registration experience with ECSA as a Pr. Eng.
• Vast experience in the renewable energy industry, specifically on large-scale (utility-scale) projects
• Demonstrated experience in the full project lifecycle, from design and feasibility to commissioning and operational support.
• Proven track record in managing and leading electrical engineering teams on complex projects.
• Experience with high-voltage (HV) and medium-voltage (MV) and overhead lines
• Knowledge of substation design and grid connection studies recommended.
• Knowledge of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) is highly desirable.

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering software for design and simulation.
• Excellent project management, organizational, and time management skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to lead a team and engage with various stakeholders.
• A deep commitment to safety, quality, and ethical engineering practices.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects.
• Passion for the renewable energy sector and a drive to contribute to sustainable energy solutions in South Africa.

Package & Remuneration

Negotiable depending on qualifications and experience

Interested?

Please submit detailed and updated CV in MS Word format ASAP!

Kindly take note:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Only RSA citizens residing in Cape Town, or prepared to relocate to Cape Town, will be considered
• Should you not receive any feedback within 30 days of application, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• We may however keep your CV on our database to contact you again should another suitable opportunity become available.
• Should you prefer not to be contacted for other opportunities, please clearly state so on your application.
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