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Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer

Pele Energy GroupSandton, Gauteng, ZA
30+ days ago
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Job description

Pele Green Energy is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineer to join our engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, development, testing, and commissioning of electrical substations. This role requires a solid understanding of power systems, protection and control systems, and substation equipment, as well as the ability to work on multidisciplinary projects.

Requirements

Job Responsibilities

  • Design and engineer substation layouts and single-line diagrams (SLDs) for high-voltage (HV) and medium-voltage (MV) substations.
  • Develop and review electrical drawings, protection and control schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment specifications.
  • Perform calculations for short circuit analysis, load flow, grounding, lightning protection, and relay settings.
  • Select appropriate substation equipment including transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, instrument transformers, and relays.
  • Oversee or participate in the commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of substation equipment and systems.
  • Collaborate with project managers, civil and structural engineers, and construction teams to ensure integrated and timely project delivery.
  • Ensure designs and installations meet applicable codes, standards (e.g., IEEE, IEC, ANSI), and utility / client requirements.
  • Support procurement by preparing technical specifications and reviewing vendor submittals.
  • Provide technical support and mentorship to junior engineers and drafters.
  • Ensure all documentation, reports, and drawings are complete, accurate, and up to date.
  • Experience with SCADA systems, communication protocols (e.g., DNP3, IEC 61850).
  • Knowledge of renewable energy integration and battery energy storage systems (BESS).
  • Maintain current knowledge of the legislation applicable to each project.
  • Support the maintenance of the ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
  • Make regular updates to in-house templates or engineering documents.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

  • BTech, B. Eng or BSc (Eng) in Electrical, or Electronic Engineering
  • 3-5 years’ experience in engineering design or power systems
  • Proficiency with electrical design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, ETAP,
  • Experience with relevant simulation and design software packages would be beneficial (PV
  • Sol, PV Syst, WaSP, MatLab).
  • Strong knowledge of substation equipment, protection schemes, and utility standards.
  • Proficient in MS Word, MS Projects, MS PowerPoint and MS Excel, MS excel Power query.
  • Valid Drivers’ License and own car.
  • Detail-oriented and thorough.
  • Self-starter, ability to work under pressure.
  • Strong verbal and written communication.

    • Competencies

    Leadership Capabilities :

  • Participative Leadership
  • Planning & Organizing
  • Monitoring & Measuring

    • Cognitive Capabilities :

  • Strategic “big picture” thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Critical thinking

    • Interpersonal Capabilities :

  • Assertive
  • Methodical
  • Drive & Action Oriented
  • Flexibility
  • Excellence & Quality Orientation
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