14 Power Distribution jobs in Durban

Our client, a reputable company based in Mount Edgecombe, Durban, is seeking a skilled and motivated Electrical Engineer to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with a passion for innovation and a commitment to safety, quality, and performance.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the design, development, and maintenance of electrical products and components, ensuring full compliance with industry standards such as NRCS, IEB, and CB.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop electrical products, wiring layouts, and systems
• Conduct feasibility studies and prepare accurate cost estimates for new projects
• Ensure all designs and installations comply with industry codes and safety regulations (e.g. NRCS, IEB, CB)
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, project managers, and contractors throughout project lifecycles
• Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, specifications, and user manuals
• Test, commission, and troubleshoot electrical equipment and systems
• Provide diagnostic and technical support to maintenance and operation teams
• Stay informed on new technologies, materials, and trends in the electrical engineering space

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred or required depending on level)
• 2+ years of experience in electrical design, engineering, or a related field
• Proficient with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, EPLAN) and stimulation tools
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes , standards, and safety, safety procedures
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organisational skills

Our client, a reputable company based in Mount Edgecombe, Durban, is seeking a skilled and motivated Electrical Engineer to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with a passion for innovation and a commitment to safety, quality, and performance.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the design, development, and maintenance of electrical products and components, ensuring full compliance with industry standards such as NRCS, IEB, and CB.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop electrical products, wiring layouts, and systems
• Conduct feasibility studies and prepare accurate cost estimates for new projects
• Ensure all designs and installations comply with industry codes and safety regulations (e.g. NRCS, IEB, CB)
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, project managers, and contractors throughout project lifecycles
• Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, specifications, and user manuals
• Test, commission, and troubleshoot electrical equipment and systems
• Provide diagnostic and technical support to maintenance and operation teams
• Stay informed on new technologies, materials, and trends in the electrical engineering space

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred or required depending on level)
• 2+ years of experience in electrical design, engineering, or a related field
• Proficient with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, EPLAN) and stimulation tools 
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes , standards, and safety, safety procedures 
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organisational skills 

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.

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Arup is an independent multi–disciplinary firm of Designers, Planners, Engineers, Consultants and Technical Specialists, working across every aspect of today’s-built environment. Together we help our clients solve their most complex challenges – turning exciting ideas into tangible reality as we strive to find a better way and shape a better world.

The Opportunity

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer/Technologist – Building Services to join our team in either Johannesburg / Durban / Cape Town.

Working very closely with colleagues and clients, you will be accountable for interpreting the client brief and developing designs at all stages from scheme through to detail, construction monitoring, commissioning and close out. Acting freely to investigate solutions, you will explore options, work closely with external collaborators, and work in a team to develop and convey design solutions. Proven knowledge in building service design and in-depth knowledge of standards and best practice, including a varied portfolio of medium to large scale completed projects with knowledge across a range of project scales and types. Knowledgeable in preparation of design stage reports.

You will be an inquisitive and creative, solution-orientated yet collaborative, persuasive, and engaging individual who gives their all to ensure the client is happy and the solution both high-quality and practical. You will be accountable to a project director/manager for day-to-day delivery, and you will be provided with formal and informal support to develop your skills. You will liaise with other disciplines within the regional office and elsewhere within the company. You may be required to work away from your normal office from time to time and be willing and able to travel internationally to project sites.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

We are looking for the following skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Professional registration with ECSA or working towards.
• Knowledge within building services consultancy.
• Knowledge of Revit, ETAP, Trimble ProDesign (Amtech).
• Carbon Modelling software or ability to learn this/guide others in this.
• Healthcare or Data Centre projects knowledge.

Not ready to apply just yet, or have some questions? Please email Karin Spies at - Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.

What we offer you:

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

An environment that will give you freedom to design with a purpose, focus on your skills to deliver quality work to our clients, opportunity to learn and share knowledge openly. You will have the opportunity to utilise your technical expertise to improve the lives of the most vulnerable in the communities in which we live and work through Arup's community engagement programme.

You'll have access to lots of learning opportunities and ongoing training through Arup university and other learning programmes.

Beyond a competitive guaranteed annual salary package, core benefits include medical aid and hospital gap cover; as well as provident fund covering retirement savings, life insurance and income protection in the event of disability. Core benefits form part of your guaranteed annual package.

Different people, shared values:

At Arup, we believe when talented people collaborate, great things are possible. Arup hires people with proven skills and open minds. We are taking deliberate action to create an inclusive culture that is grounded in our purpose to shape a better world.

At Arup, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), disability, neurotype or mental health, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Karin Spies to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

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• 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

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• Relux/ Dilux
• Revit
• Retic Master
  
  

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Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Arup is an independent multi–disciplinary firm of Designers, Planners, Engineers, Consultants and Technical Specialists, working across every aspect of today’s-built environment. Together we help our clients solve their most complex challenges – turning exciting ideas into tangible reality as we strive to find a better way and shape a better world.

Watch this short clip to discover how Arup are shaping a better world and how you could be a part of it!

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer / Technologist – Building Services to join our team in either Johannesburg, Durban or Cape Town office.

Working very closely with colleagues and clients, you will be accountable for interpreting the client brief and developing designs at all stages from scheme through to detail, construction monitoring, commissioning and close out. Acting freely to investigate solutions, you will explore options, work closely with external collaborators, and lead a team to develop and convey design solutions.

As well as the production of design information, a key part of role will be managing and supervising colleagues in the production and refinement of designs to ensure that we produce the highest quality product for our clients. You will be accountable to managing and monitoring resources to deliver the agreed commercial performance of your projects. During the construction and close-out stages of your projects you will manage contract administration (including financial management), site monitoring, commissioning, and close-out of projects.

You will be an inquisitive and creative, solution-orientated yet collaborative, persuasive, and engaging individual who gives their all to ensure the client is happy and the solution both high-quality and practical.

You will be accountable to a project director / manager for day-to-day delivery, and you will be provided with formal and informal support to develop your skills. You will liaise with other disciplines within the regional office and elsewhere within the company. You may be required to work away from your normal office from time to time and be willing and able to travel internationally to project sites.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

We are looking for the following skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Professional registration with ECSA.
• Knowledge within building services consultancy.
• Knowledge of Revit, ETAP, Trimble ProDesign (Amtech).
• Carbon Modelling software or ability to learn this / guide others in this.
• Healthcare or Data Centre projects knowledge.

What we offer you :

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

An environment that will give you freedom to design with a purpose, focus on your skills to deliver quality work to our clients, opportunity to learn and share knowledge openly. You will have the opportunity to utilise your technical expertise to improve the lives of the most vulnerable in the communities in which we live and work through Arup's community engagement programme.

You'll have access to lots of learning opportunities and ongoing training through Arup university and other learning programmes.

Beyond a competitive guaranteed annual salary package, core benefits include medical aid and hospital gap cover; as well as provident fund covering retirement savings, life insurance and income protection in the event of disability. Core benefits form part of your guaranteed annual package.

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.