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High Voltage Electrical Engineer - Consulting Industry

High Voltage Electrical Engineer - Consulting Industry

RPO RecruitmentJohannesburg, ZA
30+ days ago
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Job title : High Voltage Electrical Engineer - Consulting Industry

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline : November 10, 2025

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Job Description

  • 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
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