Senior Electrical Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with electrical Balance of Plant (BOP) partners, including design consultants, electrical contractors, and equipment suppliers.
• Prepare BOQs, cost estimates, and support EPC proposal and tender submissions.
• Review, clarify, and negotiate technical scope, specifications, and project variations with clients and contractors.
• Develop and implement engineering systems, procedures, standards, and documentation.
• Coordinate and manage electrical design reviews to ensure compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Support procurement activities for electrical equipment and materials from design through to commissioning.
• Assist Project Managers with contractor management and construction oversight.
• Support grid connection activities, compliance testing, and commissioning programmes.
• Ensure adherence to Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) requirements throughout project execution.
• Develop project quality plans, inspection and test plans (ITPs), method statements, and quality procedures.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and client-facing progress reports.
• Conduct inspections, verification, and witness testing of electrical equipment, including:
• Transformers
• Switchgear
• Protection systems
• UPS systems
• Generators
• SCADA systems
• Electrical panels and associated equipment
• Participate in project meetings, contractor progress meetings, and interface coordination sessions.
• Monitor contractor performance, productivity, and resource allocation.
• Promote and maintain compliance with company safety, quality, and operational standards.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Specialisation in Heavy Current, Protection Engineering, or Electrical Technology preferred.
• Minimum 6 years' relevant electrical engineering experience.
• Experience within power generation, renewables, EPC, substations, transmission, distribution, or large infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in engineering design reviews, construction supervision, commissioning, and project delivery.
• ECSA Professional Registration (Pr.Eng, Pr.Tech Eng, or Pr.Techni Eng) preferred.
• Candidates eligible for professional registration will also be considered.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and practices.
• Knowledge of HV and MV electrical systems.
• Experience with substation equipment, protection systems, and electrical infrastructure.
• Exposure to grid connection and compliance requirements.
• Cost estimation and BOQ preparation experience.
• Contract administration and project documentation experience.
• Familiarity with electrical design and simulation software.
• Advanced MS Office proficiency.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively within South Africa, Africa, and internationally as required.
• Ability to work on construction and renewable energy project sites.

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