Senior Power Line Design EngineerInnovazi Consulting Pty • Gauteng, South Africa

Senior Power Line Design Engineer

Innovazi Consulting Pty • Gauteng, South Africa

18 hours ago

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

Plan and design high-voltage (HV) power transmission and distribution infrastructure (kV–kV).
Manage multiple projects and provide guidance in developing engineering deliverables for overhead powerline projects, including layouts, drawings, component selection, equipment specifications, and construction documentation.
Perform electrical calculations, modeling, and power system studies for utility and industrial / commercial transmission and distribution systems.
Conduct line route selection and PLSCADD-based overhead powerline designs, including tower spotting.
Develop project design documentation, technical specifications, and detailed design packages in compliance with local, international, and client standards.
Coordinate with project stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams to ensure overall design alignment.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers, drafters, and designers.
Monitor design schedules and provide regular progress updates to project managers and business unit principals.
Review and coordinate technical contract documents and contractor design submissions.
Uphold Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards by following company policies and Safety Management Systems.
Identify, analyze, and implement design changes as required.
Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) activities.
Provide engineering support during construction and respond to technical queries from contractors.
Plan and coordinate pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
Attend and contribute to site and project technical meetings.
Manage final documentation handover processes.
Prepare Expressions of Interest (EOIs), tenders, and Requests for Quotation (RFQs).
Support business development and company marketing initiatives.
Ensure adherence to the company's Quality Management System (QMS) and contribute to continuous process improvement.

Skills and Competencies

Detailed knowledge of overhead powerline component design and related structural and civil requirements.

Strong project administration, coordination, and team management skills.

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Strong problem-solving, analytical, and teamwork capabilities.

Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Expertise in PLSCADD software.

Familiarity with national and international engineering codes and standards.

Well-developed interpersonal, leadership, and self-management skills.

Proficient in presentation and technical report writing.

Experience in the power utility industry.

Valid South African driver's licence (no endorsements) with own transportation.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Minimum Requirements

Education : BSc Eng or B.Eng with a minimum of 7 years relevant post-qualification technical experience; OR B.Tech in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 10 years relevant post-qualification technical experience at engineering level.

Professional Registration : Registered with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) or Professional Engineering Technologist (Pr Tech Eng).

Licences

Valid South African Driver's Licence (no endorsements).

Experience

7–10 years post-qualification technical experience in high-voltage (HV) power transmission and distribution infrastructure within the power utility sector. Eskom distribution / transmission experience is advantageous.

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