Lead Electrical Engineer – Cape Town
Kirby Group EngineeringCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa30+ days ago
Job descriptionInterpret and apply European utility specifications (e.g. National Grid UK, EirGrid, ESB Networks). Ensure all designs comply with international (IEC, EN) and project-specific standards. Collaborate with project stakeholders in Europe via remote coordination and periodic site visits. Lead design reviews, HAZID / HAZOP sessions, and technical risk assessments. Conduct electrical studies such as load flow, short-circuit, protection coordination, and insulation coordination (using ETAP, DIgSILENT, or equivalent). Support substation automation, SCADA integration and protection system designs, compliance, QA, and documentation. Maintain QA records, design documentation, and revision control aligned with ISO and project-specific requirements. Ensure CDM compliance and safety‑by‑design principles are applied throughout. Mentor junior engineers and support the development of local engineering capacity. Collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams across the Cape Town office and Europe to deliver high‑quality, on‑time engineering packages. Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering / Electrical Power Engineering or equivalent. 8+ years in substation design from kV to kV (AIS & GIS Substations). Proven leadership or mentorship experience. Advantageous to be familiar with European utility standards and tender requirements (UK & Ireland). Strong familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, Bentley Substation, or similar. Experience working with utilities, EPCs, or large infrastructure firms within South Africa. Understanding of EN, IEC, IEEE and applicable international standards. Ability to manage multiple design deliverables and cross‑border coordination. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proactive, self‑motivated, and able to work autonomously. High attention to detail with a commitment to safety and quality.
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced Lead HV Substation Design Engineer to join our Cape Town-based engineering team, supporting the delivery of high-voltage substation projects in Europe, including the UK and Ireland.
About the position – Lead HV Substation Design Engineer (South Africa)
As the Lead HV Substation Design Engineer, you will spearhead the conceptual and detailed design of high-voltage substations (HV / MV), ensuring technical excellence, compliance with international standards, and mentorship of a growing team of local engineers.
Design Leadership
- Lead the full substation design scope (kV-kV), including layouts, SLDs, protection and control schematics, busbar configurations (AIS / GIS), grounding, and cable routing.
- Oversee production and review of detailed engineering drawings, including GA, wiring diagrams, control panels, schematics, and cable schedules.
- Coordinate civil / electrical interface design for site layouts, foundations, ducts and trenches.
Project Support (European Market)
Technical Excellence
Mentorship & Team Collaboration
Necessary Requirements
For more information on this Lead Substation Design Engineer or other Lead Substation Design Engineer opportunities based in South Africa, Ireland, the UK or Europe, contact the Talent Acquisition Team in Kirby Group confidentially on or apply in confidence.
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