25 Power Distribution jobs in Durban

Overview

Talbot is a leader in innovative water solutions, dedicated to enhancing water sustainability and conservation. We are looking for a Newly Qualified Electrical Engineer who aligns to our business drivers to join the Talbot Team to support our ambition in activating the transition to sustainable water. The successful candidate would be based in Durban, KZN. This is a permanent opportunity offering mentorship in the field of Mechatronics and programming.

• BSc or BEng in Electrical engineering; post-graduate qualification/master’s degree (advantageous)
• KZN Based
• Knowledge and Passion for programming and Mechatronics

• Analytical thinking
• Critical thinking
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Self-developing individual who takes initiatives to continuously improve
• Clear communication skills

We invite interested candidates to submit their CV to , using the subject line "Electrical Engineer" by the close of business on 30 September 2025 .

Please consider your application unsuccessful if not contacted within three weeks of the closing date.

Note: Talbot is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

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Description:

RPO Recruitment’s client, a well-established and reputable consulting engineering firm in KwaZulu-Natal, is currently seeking to employ an experienced Electrical Engineer or Technologist who can bring significant expertise and enhance the already impressive achievements of their successful team in Durban.

Requirements:

• BSc/BEng or BTech degree in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant design and project management experience in the building services sector working for reputable consulting firms
• Pr Eng/Pr Tech Eng registration with ECSA advantageous
• Proficiency in relevant software packages such as AutoCAD, Revit, etc.

Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

Apply for this role today, contact Meghan du Plessis and Riana Hattingh ) at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn.

• Select appropriate conductor types, earthwires, and OPGW based on system requirements and environmental factors.
• Perform insulation coordination studies, including BIL ratings, insulator string design, and strike/arcing distance assessments.
• Review electrical clearances and evaluate thermal ratings of line sections under different loading scenarios.
• Conduct shielding angle analysis, critical span evaluations, and lightning protection adequacy assessments.
• Contribute to EMF, induction, and line loss analysis using applicable software, coordinate termination and bonding interfaces with substation teams.

• Planning, scheduling, and execution of HV transmission line projects including:
• Prepare cost estimates, project budgets, and resource allocation plans.
• Coordinate with project managers, clients and other stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met.
• Coordination and technical leadership in the delivery of HV transmission line engineering and design projects/packages.
• Developing transmission line alignments, profiles, and structure spotting using PLS-CADD.
• Performing sag-tension analysis and validating clearances in accordance with relevant standards (e.g. EN 50341, NG TS 2.04).
• Preparing and reviewing design deliverables including plan/profile drawings, stringing charts, structure schedules, and loading reports.
• Assessing tower and pole structure loading and coordinating foundation designs with geotechnical inputs.
• Leading and/or contributing to the following project types:
• New transmission line designs (greenfield)
• Reconductoring and sag-tension recalculations
• Uprating and clearance improvement studies
• Structure/pole strength assessments and retrofits
• Foundation strengthening (e.g., pile extensions, grillage upgrades)
• Line cut-ins, tee-offs, and route deviations
• Tower/pole replacements and asset renewal
• OPGW or earthwire replacement and shielding reviews
• Participating in design reviews, QA/verification processes, and constructability assessments.
• Supporting delivery of construction-ready drawings and material schedules.
• Coordinating with drafting, structural, civil, electrical, and geotechnical teams for integrated design outputs.
• Providing guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and contributing to continuous improvement through lessons learned and design innovation.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical Engineering) is essential.
• A minimum of 8–10 years of relevant experience in HV (132kV+) overhead line transmission design and delivery.
• Chartered or Professional Engineer status (or working towards it) is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience delivering a range of HV OHL projects including new builds, reconductoring, uprating, and asset renewals.
• Proven ability to coordinate across disciplines and review detailed technical outputs to a high standard.
• Software's that are essential: PLS-CADD, PLS-TOWER / PLS-POLE, Microsoft Excel / Office