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Senior Substation Engineer
2001 Johannesburg, Gauteng
Engineered Sourcing
Posted 268 days ago
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Division: EnergyBusiness Unit: Power UtilitiesLocation: Johannesburg / Cape Town / Durban7 to 10 years post qualification technical experience in HV power transmission and distribution infrastructure in the power utility or renewable energy sector.Planning and design of HV power transmission and distribution infrastructure from 33kV up to 765kV.Responsible for handling multiple projects and preparing and providing guidance in the development of the engineering deliverables for electricalsubstation projects including layouts and drawings, selection of substation equipment, equipment and construction specifications and all associated electrical calculations and studies.Perform the necessary calculations and studies, including power systems studies on utility and industrial/commercial power transmission and distribution systems.Development of project design documentation, technical specifications, perform concept and/or detail design layouts, and providing a detail design package that complies with applicable local, international and client specifications and standards.Engage with other project stakeholders and team members and coordinate overall design packages and requirements.Provide direction and guidance to junior engineers, drafters, and designers.Ensure design schedules are met including providing regular status feedback to business unit principals and project managers.Coordinate and review technical contract documents and perform contractor design reviews.Demonstrate a personal commitment to Health, Safety and the Environment by following the Company’s Health, Safety & Environment Policy, and applying Safety Management Systems.Identify and analyse design changes, modify design drawings and documents accordingly.Manage, attend and participate in FAT and SAT planning and execution.Provide engineering support during construction.Resolving and responding to technical queries from contractors.Plan and coordinate pre‐commissioning and commissioning activities.Attend and contribute to site and project technical meetings as necessary.Final handover of documentation as necessary.Prepare expressions of interests (EOIs), tenders and request for quotations.Assists and participates in business development and company marketing activities.Adherence to the requirements of Quality Management System.Participate in continuous improvement of processes and Quality Management System.RequirementsBSc Eng or B.Eng in Electrical Engineering with 7 years relevant post qualification technical experienceB Tech in Electrical Engineering with 10 years relevant post qualification technical experience at engineering levelProfessional registrationECSA registration as a Professional Engineer or Professional Engineering Technologist Skills and Competencies: Detail knowledge of power utilization equipment (primary plant equipment) and related structural, foundation and bulk civil requirements.Project administration and coordination skills.Effective oral and written Communication skillsProblem solving and team working skills.Computer literacy with sound knowledge of Microsoft Office.Sound knowledge of Bentley Microstation.National and Internationals engineering codes and standards.Well-developed interpersonal skills.Analytical skills.Self-management and leadership skills.Presentation and report writing skills.Experience in power utility industry (Eskom experience is essential).Valid South African driver’s licence with no endorsements and their own transportation.Desired additional skills and knowledge Desired additional skills and knowledge Proficient in principles of project management.DigSilentPSSE.MS Projects.Experience in Protection, Metering, Telecommunication and Control systems (secondary plant systems).Supplementary qualification or experience in Project Management.
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Senior Electrical Engineer - Substation Engineer
Gauteng, Gauteng
RPO Recruitment
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Job title : Senior Electrical Engineer - Substation Engineer Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg Deadline : November 10, 2025 Quick Recommended Links
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- We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established client in Johannesburg seeking an experienced Substation Engineer to join their growing infrastructure team. This is a dynamic and technically challenging role focused on the design, development, and delivery of high-voltage transmission systems and substations that form the backbone of energy infrastructure.
Key Requirements:
- BSc, BEng, or BTech in Electrical Engineering.
- Professionally registered with ECSA (PrEng or PrTech), or eligible for registration.
- Minimum 8 years of relevant experience
- Procurement of electrical plant and equipment for large infrastructure projects.
- Electrical substation design and construction.
- HV and EHV transmission systems.
- Commissioning of substations (advantageous).
- Strong stakeholder communication and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and substation design software (CDEGS, ETAP, DIgSILENT).
- Able to think analytically and act with initiative in complex project environments.
- Designing, maintaining, and optimizing high-voltage electrical systems that transport power from generation sources through substations to distribution networks.
- Engineering / Technical jobs
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High Voltage Linesman
R1200000 - R2400000 Y
Industrial Control & Automation
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Linesman with experience in Heavy Voltage Transmission Lines up to at least quad bundle ACSR conductor.
Handson experience is required in HV transmission line stringing and tensioning and be familiar with stringing machine pullers and tensioners.
Your skill sets should include:-
- Conductor termination and clipping in on strain and tension towers
- Conductor jointing and crimping
- Conductor sagging
- Lattice tower assembly and erection
- Dogging and rigging towers
- Installation and bolt ups of towers
The remuneration package includes for:-
- Excellent US Dollar Remuneration Package for the correct Skills.
- Travel Costs, Visa's, Accommodation &
L.O.A to be paid by the Company.
- Rotational Basis will be 6 Weeks On, 2 Weeks Off.
- Contract period initially One-year with the Possibility of Several Years Extensions.
- Immediate Start for Approved Candidates.
Project location is In India.
Application evaluation shall only be via email CV submission to
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High Voltage Electrical Engineer - Consulting Industry
Gauteng, Gauteng
RPO Recruitment
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Job title : High Voltage Electrical Engineer - Consulting Industry Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg Deadline : November 10, 2025 Quick Recommended Links
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- RPO Recruitment's client, a reputable and well established multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm in South Africa is currently on the lookout for a hardworking and committed High Voltage Electrical Engineer for their successful team in Johannesburg.
Responsibilities:
Detailed Electrical Engineering of MV and HV (132kV, 275kV and 400kV substations) including the development and checking of:
- Prefeasibility studies.
- Feasibility studies.
- Tender design. (prelim & detail design)
- Manufacturing, installation and commissioning witnessing.
- Load lists, Single line diagrams, Network diagrams.
- Electrical schematic diagrams & Diversification and load factors.
- Electrical network design & Fault level calculations.
- Knowledge of substation protection schemes (MV and HV).
- Knowledge of protection schemes modelling of protection schemes and definition of protection settings.
- Knowledge of power metering specification and interface to substation Energy/Building Management Systems.
- Cable routing design & Cable sizing calculations
- Substation AC & DC requirements, lighting calculations, modelling and layouts.
- Substation earthing, earthing system designs & earthing layouts.
- HV & MV equipment specifications of Electrical Equipment including, Switchgear, Distribution boards, Transformers, primary plant, secondary plant, power factor correction, control & power Cables, Lighting, Scada and communication systems.
- Passive fire protection systems layouts and specification.
- Specification of construction standards of installation.
- Interface with energy efficiency and providing energy efficient electrical solutions.
- Interface and familiar with quality of power supply requirements and evaluation.
- Interface and familiar with control & protection systems requirements and evaluation regarding substations.
- Knowledge of system studies (e.g. short circuit; load flow and protection co-ordination).
- Utilize vendor data and work with other disciplines as required for engineering and design.
- Participate and perform squad checks of vendor data and drawings from other disciplines.
- Develop and check equipment purchase specification and develop RFQ’s (e.g. MV and HV substations, OHL, power transformers, Power factor Correction & related equipment in substations.
- Develop technical scope of work and tender documentation and bills of quantities for construction contracts.
- Develop tender documentation, adjudicate tenders, provide re-measurement of works and approve contract claims.
- Prepare project scheduling and planning, developing basic Bar charts for Electrical Engineering input to project management team.
- Manage progress and quality control activities for equipment manufacture.
- Conduct vendor inspections and factory acceptance testing of equipment.
- Manage HV & MV switchgear and specialist equipment contractors.
- Provide field engineering support to construction and commissioning teams.
- Project hand over and close out documentation.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers.
Requirements:
- BEng/BSc/BTech in Electrical Engineering
- Pr Eng/Pr Tech Eng registration with ECSA
- Minimum of 8-10 years’ post-graduate experience, multi-disciplinary experienced gained from client, consultant and/or contractor perspective.
- Professional Registration with relevant Project Management bodies (ECSA, SACPCMP and/or PMI)
- Solid fundamental knowledge and experience in the application of the methodologies and processes as described in PMBOK.
- Previous track record in successfully generating new business would be advantageous.
- Ability to liaise with relevant stakeholders at all levels
- Computer literacy in MS Office and MS Projects at an advanced level
- Sound electrical engineering knowledge and experience in MV and HV (132kV, 275kV and 400kV substations.) environment.
- An intimate knowledge of local and international standards and codes.
- Be able to develop engineering documentation from first principles.
- Be able to work within a disciplined engineering environment.
- Conversant with DIgSILENT (or other equivalent package) electrical power systems modelling and analysis software would be advantageous.
- Knowledge of overhead power line design (using PLS-CADD software) and construction will be advantageous.
- An intimate working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Access and Microsoft Project. (Advantage will be knowledge of Auto CAD and/or MicroStation CAD programs)
- Experience with Eskom and local Municipalities processes and systems would be advantageous
- Be well acquainted with local equipment, manufacturers, suppliers and installation contractors.
- A thorough knowledge of the OHS Act, pertinent SANS and IEC codes and standards and industry practices.
- Good communication and people management skills for effective interface with other engineering disciplines, the client and contractors.
- The ability to work independently and with limited supervision.
- Must be a team player at all times and lead / support the team with integrity and respect
- An awareness and appreciation for health, safety and environmental issues.
- Strong project management skills (PMBOK)
- Leadership skills, motivated and disciplined.
- Flexible approach and multi-tasking abilities.
- Problem solver and innovator
- Engineering / Technical jobs
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Sales Engineer - High Voltage I Johannesburg
2000 Johannesburg, Gauteng
Salesworx
Posted 11 days ago
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Our client is in search of a high-performing and self-driven individual to fulfill the Sales Engineer role within their sales department. This will be a high-pressure, target-driven role, and high performers can expect to be highly rewarded. The individual will be expected to and responsible for aggressively selling the company’s products and services to new private sector customers with the sole aim of significantly growing our client's market share. This level of Sales Engineer is viewed as an expert area by the company. You will focus on critical, large, and strategic sectors such as OEMs, EPC, EPCM, Renewable Energy and high energy user companies in Mining, Smelters, Manufacturing, Engineering and any other tactically important market segments to drive rapid revenue growth in pursuit of the diversification objectives of the business.The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the South African Private sector market and can navigate complex environments while adhering to processes as well as the company’s Code of Ethics and EHS standards.Responsibilities New business development in the private sector defined market segments and other new geographical markets to achieve strict revenue growth targets.Quickly grow, build and nurture strategic networks and relationships in the private sector.Responsible for building and maintaining a healthy sales funnel from prospects to leads.Daily activities will include prospecting, cold calling to access new clients, and attending multiple face-to-face meetings based on planning guided by defined sales processes and objectives.Qualifying and closing deals and preparing proposals/quotes timeously and accurately based on clients’ needs/requirements.Gain customer appreciation and trust by ensuring that we recommend technically suitable products and solutions at viable and competitive prices.Meeting monthly, quarterly & annual sales targets as agreed with the company.Maintaining a solid understanding of current market dynamics and energy trends.Maintaining familiarity and operating at all levels within the private sector procurement networks, from supply chain executives, plant managers, engineering managers, project managers and other influential players in the value chain.Maintain a deep understanding of client operations, challenges, and strategic objectives through regular customer interactions with HODs, engineers, plant managers and other important role players until they are handed over to the retention department.Update of company sales tracking systems with accurate data.Collaborate with internal teams to ensure effective customer experience.Provide input to strategy and new business team based on client needs and feedback and support the rollout of new products and services as and when they are launched.Reporting/presenting at weekly, monthly and Ad Hoc sales meetings.RequirementsDiploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in closing large, complex, strategic B2B deals within the private sector, specifically in the high-voltage (HV) / medium-voltage (MV) electrical contracting environment.At least 5 years of experience in the energy sector or a comparable industry.Willingness to travel nationally and regionally, including on-site client meetings.Proven success in private sector sales within South Africa. Experience in other African markets is an added advantage.Strong track record of consistently exceeding sales targets and achieving growth objectives.Demonstrated expertise in prospecting and deal-closing strategies; this is a non-negotiable requirement.Deep understanding of private sector procurement processes and relevant regulatory frameworks.Skilled in delivering exceptional customer service and building trust-based client relationships.Familiarity with various sales methodologies and experience using Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems.Specific experience in sales within the high-voltage (HV) electrical contracting environment.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong presentation abilities that create impact and clarity.Proven ability to deliver high-quality customer service and maintain strong client relationships.Strong technical background (engineering or equivalent).High attention to detail and organisational skills.Ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.Commercial acumen and cost estimation knowledge.Strong team collaboration and interpersonal skills.BenefitsSalary: Market RelatedCommission#LI-KT1
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Electrical Design Engineer
Paarl, Western Cape
Communicate Recruitment
Posted 22 days ago
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Design detailed electrical circuits and control systems in line with company and industry standards
Develop PLC automation programs based on machine specifications and operational needs
Conduct system testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning at the company premises and client sites
Create and maintain accurate technical documentation
Provide technical support to internal teams, assist with imported equipment integration, and offer on-site client support
Collaborate with mechanical and project engineers to ensure complete system functionality
Skills & Experience:
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in automation design and control systems
Atleast 1-2 years of experience in electrical circuit design
Solid understanding of electrical design principles, standards, and compliance requirements
Programming experience is required. (Siemens)
Knowledge in programming software such as CODESYS, Allen Bradley Compact Logix, Delta ISP Soft etc. will be advantageous
Proficiency in MS Office Suite
Able and willing to travel nationally and internationally
Qualification:
Degree in Electrical or Mechatronic Engineering.
Diploma will also be considered.
Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered.
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Electrical Design Engineer
Paarl, Western Cape
Communicate Recruitment
Posted 25 days ago
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Design electrical circuits and PLC programs
Test and commission equipment
Maintain up-to-date technical documentation
Provide technical support on-site and to clients
Skills & Experience:
Minimum 35 years in motion control automation & PLC design i.e. stepper and servo motors
Siemens TIA Portal programming required i.e. CODESYS, Allen Bradley, Delta ISP Soft, B&R Automation Studio
Electrical circuit design experience (E-plan a plus)
Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
Willingness to travel locally & internationally
Qualification:
NDip/ BTech/ BEng in Electrical / Mechatronic Engineering
Solid understanding of electrical standards
Tech-savvy with MS Office
Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered
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Electrical Design Engineer
Paarl, Western Cape
Communicate Recruitment
Posted 27 days ago
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Design detailed electrical circuits following company standards
Create PLC programs to meet machine requirements
Test and commission electrical equipment
Keep all project documentation up to date
Provide technical support for installations, imported equipment, and on-site teams
Travel occasionally to client sites, both locally and internationally
Skills & Experience:
Minimum 3-5 yrs PLC automation experience (Siemens TIA Portal, others a plus)
Minimum 1-2 yrs electrical circuit design (E-Plan is awesome)
Solid computer skills (MS Office & more)
Problem-solving superpowers & a positive attitude
Qualification:
Ndip/ BEng or BTech in Electrical/Mechatronic Engineering
Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered
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Electrical Design Engineer
Cape Town, Western Cape
The Legends Agency
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Electrical Design Engineer
Somerset West | Competitive Salary | Full-Time
About Our Client
Our client is a specialist in the design and development of electrical and control systems, offering innovative solutions across multiple sectors. With a strong focus on quality, precision, and continuous improvement, the team delivers turnkey projects that drive efficiency and performance for their clients. This is a great opportunity to be part of a collaborative and highly skilled engineering environment.
The Role: Electrical Design Engineer
You'll play a critical role in the design and execution of control and automation systems, from initial concept to final commissioning. The role involves producing accurate electrical designs, working closely with various internal and external stakeholders, and contributing to project success with technical input and documentation.
Key Responsibilities
Design motor control centers (MCCs), PLC, and control systems
Produce drawings using AutoCAD Electrical and E-Plan
Generate QC documentation, IO lists, cable schedules, and parts lists
Liaise with the Engineering Manager on design alignment and quality
Collaborate with suppliers, clients, workshop, and installation teams
Support project tracking with basic project management tasks
Perform red-lining and support the build and installation phases
About You
National Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics
1 - 2 years of experience using AutoCAD Electrical and E-Plan
Solid understanding of electrical panel building
Practical knowledge of motor control and PLC design
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Detail-oriented with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
Basic project management experience is a plus
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Electrical Design Engineer
R900000 - R1200000 Y
Leap29
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Electrical Design Engineer – Data Centers
Location:
South Africa
Contract Type:
Permanent
Leap29 is assisting a leading global client in the data center sector to hire an experienced
Electrical Design Engineer
to support the design and delivery of critical infrastructure projects across South Africa.
In this role, you will be responsible for developing electrical system designs (MV/LV), coordinating with civil and mechanical teams, and interfacing with
Eskom and local utilities
to ensure reliable power supply. You'll also contribute to implementing energy-efficient and resilient solutions that meet the region's growing demand for sustainable data center capacity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Produce and review electrical designs, single-line diagrams, and load calculations
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams through concept, design, and commissioning phases
- Liaise with Eskom and local municipalities on MV/HV connections and approvals
- Ensure compliance with SANS standards, safety regulations, and client specifications
- Support optimization for power usage effectiveness (PUE) and system resilience
Requirements:
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Proven experience in data center or mission-critical facility design
- Knowledge of MV/LV systems, UPS, generators, and power distribution networks
- Familiarity with SANS codes and experience working with Eskom is highly desirable
- Proficiency with design tools such as AutoCAD or ETAP is advantageous
If you're an experienced Electrical Engineer looking to work on high-impact projects in South Africa's fast-growing data center market, please send your CV to Georgia Sumnall.
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